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Some children are not the same. How do you find out why.
This leaflet explains why some children have health or disability differences. It covers genetic tests, what the doctor might find (or not find), and reminds families they are not alone. It also notes that even without a diagnosis, support and connection with other parents can help.
- Organisation:
- SWAN (Syndromes Without A Name)
- Topic:
- Disability, Genes and genetics
- Target audience:
- General
- Service area:
- National
- Published:
- March 2021
- Last reviewed:
- October 2025
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