Projects Archive - Foundation for Prader-Willi Research

Understanding the Neurobiology of Temper Outburst Behaviors in Prader-Willi Syndrome

Written by Caroline Vrana-Diaz | Sep 5, 2013 4:15:00 PM

Understanding temper outbursts are a significant challenge in PWS, and little is known about why they happen so frequently.  The investigators will use brain imaging to better understand GABA receptor activation across brain regions in times of frustration for those with PWS.

Research Outcomes: Publications

The characteristics of temper outbursts in Prader-Willi syndrome. Rice LJ, Woodcock K, Einfeld SL.  Am J Med Genet A. 2018 Nov;176(11):2292-2300.