Angelman syndrome is a neuro-developmental disorder that occurs in 1 in 15,000 live births. Individuals with Angelman syndrome often show characteristics similar to those affected by autism, cerebral palsy and Prader-Willi syndrome. That's why it's important to increase awareness and understanding of Angelman syndrome, as misdiagnosis is a prevalent problem among individuals with this developmental disorder. To learn more, go to www.angelman.org/diagnosis
