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Sally’s Journey
7q11.23 DUP: Sally's Journey (2023) This inspiring short film by Australian videographer Larry Seberry follows Sally, a young adult with 7q11.23 Duplication Syndrome, from her early childhood diagnosis, her struggles and successes with life skills and through job...
Kathi’s Story
Living With 7q11.23 Duplication Syndrome The last few years have been difficult, but as I learn more about the duplication I think back to the way I was taught in school. Learning that my children and I are affected with the duplication it has really impacted our...
Connecting Around the World
Our 7q11.23 duplication family is growing as more and more individuals are diagnosed through genetic testing. We now have families across the globe. Through our Duplication Cares Support groups, we've been able to connect families in the United States and beyond. One...
Equine Therapy
Many 7q11.23 Duplication children in the Duplication Cares support group have found success through Equine Therapy (therapy utilizing horses.) While Equine Therapy is not usually covered by typical insurance, it has been found to increase muscle tone, confidence, and...
Getting Involved
Developmental delay often hinders the ability of 7q11.23 Duplication Individuals to keep up with their peers verbally, socially, emotionally, and sometimes physically. Enrolling 7q11.23 Duplication individuals in classes and programs is a great way to test the waters...