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  • Born Without a Pivotal Part of the Brain (Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum)

    Born Without a Pivotal Part of the Brain (Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum)
    2024/10/25
    Silas was born without the part of the brain that connects the two hemispheres, a condition known as agenesis of the corpus callosum. As a result, he is unable to walk or talk and requires constant care. Silas' family wants others to know that he is worthy of love and friendship.
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    17 分
  • Siblings with Childhood Alzheimer's (Roman and Stella)

    Siblings with Childhood Alzheimer's (Roman and Stella)
    2024/10/24
    Roman was diagnosed with childhood Alzheimer's (ASMD) a few days after his parents learned they were pregnant with Stella. This diagnosis came with the heavy knowledge that Stella had a 25% chance of inheriting the same life-altering condition. Stella was later diagnosed with this fatal disease. As both siblings face a devastating regression, their parents are focused on living in the moment and providing Roman and Stella with joyful memories while they all battle this rare disease together.
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    23 分
  • A Kid Who's Always Hungry (A Side Effect of Brain Surgery)

    A Kid Who's Always Hungry (A Side Effect of Brain Surgery)
    2024/10/23
    Wyatt was diagnosed with a brain tumor known as a hypothalamic hamartoma. After having surgery to remove this tumor, he is no longer able to control his appetite. Even a full meal will not satisfy his hunger because the part of the brain that regulates appetite was impacted during surgery. Doctors have even referred to this as "surgically induced Prader-Willi". Wyatt and his family want others to know that he is doing his best and they are proud of him.
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    17 分
  • The World's Most Honest Man (A Unique Life with Multiple Disabilities)

    The World's Most Honest Man (A Unique Life with Multiple Disabilities)
    2024/10/22
    Colin is diagnosed with multiple disabilities that impact his processing time and social awareness. As a result, he can unintentionally offend others by being brutally honest. Colin, who cringes when he realizes that he has upset someone, wants others to know that he is coming from a place of love and would never hurt somebody’s feelings intentionally.
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    17 分
  • An Autistic College Student (Diagnosed at Age 20)

    An Autistic College Student (Diagnosed at Age 20)
    2024/10/21
    Jewel is an autistic college student who was diagnosed at age 20. Growing up, she felt like something was wrong with her and struggled to fit in with her peers. Jewel wants others to know that her autism diagnosis has allowed her to "understand and accept herself in a much deeper way".
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    31 分
  • Living with a Mysterious Syndrome (Caused by Environmental Factors)

    Living with a Mysterious Syndrome (Caused by Environmental Factors)
    2024/10/20
    Jonathan lives with a mysterious illness that is believed to be caused by environmental factors. Professionals say his syndromes may be caused by the fact that he was born in a part of the world that is heavily polluted. Jonathan and his family want others to know that they are doing their best and they hope that you extend them grace.
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    18 分