As a parent, learning that your child has a rare disease like aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency can be very…
Emily Malcolm, PhD
Emily holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry from the University of Iowa and is currently a postdoctoral scholar at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She graduated with a Masters in Chemistry from the Georgia Institute of Technology and holds a Bachelors in Biology and Chemistry from the University of Central Arkansas. Emily is passionate about science communication, and, in her free time, writes and illustrates children’s stories.
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Articles by Emily Malcolm, PhD
Tips for Schools That Cater to Children with AADC Deficiency
Aromatic l-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency is an inherited disorder that affects the nervous system and hinders the ability…
Speech and Language Delays in AADC
Caring for a child with a developmental disorder such as aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency can be challenging,…
Planning for the Future for Your Child With AADC
Being the parent of someone with a chronic disease such as aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency can be…
Warning Signs of Depression in AADC Deficiency Caregivers
Being the parent or caregiver of a patient with a chronic disease such as aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC)…
What is an Individualized Education Plan for AADC Deficiency?
Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency is a genetic disorder that affects brain development, and causes physical and developmental…
How Could Gene Therapy Help AADC Deficiency Patients?
Gene therapy — replacing a faulty gene in the body — may hold the answers to the permanent treatment…
Tips for Managing Stress for AADC Deficiency Caregivers
Aromatic l-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency is a rare disease that affects children from birth. Patients are often mentally…
Since eating can be difficult for children with aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency, it’s important to have a…
Effectively managing your child’s aromatic l-amino acid decarboxylase (AADC) deficiency can be challenging. Because AADC is so rare, it…