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Improving Patient-Provider Communication Through Motivational Interviewing
In my practice as a registered nurse, I’ve met many patients who openly shared with me the following self-talk before a doctor’s appointment: “What’s the point, nothing will change.” “Why am I even seeing the doctor? They’re just going to do the same thing, ask the same questions.” “I already know what’s wrong with me.
Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome & Turner Syndrome
The chromosomal abnormalities that cause Turner syndrome have far-reaching effects across multiple body systems. One of the more prevalent effects of TS can be found in the heart, as congenital heart defects are present in 23-50% of all individuals with TS (Silberbach et al., 2018). The exact cause of these congenital defects remains unclear,
The Signs of Turner Syndrome in Pregnancy & Newborns
What is Turner Syndrome? Most people are born with two sex chromosomes. Females inherit a pair of two X chromosomes, one from each parent, while males will inherit an X chromosome from their mother and a Y chromosome from their father. Girls and women with Turner syndrome (TS), however, only have one X chromosome, due
My Story: Alyssa Jefferson
Delayed diagnosis remains a major issue within the Turner syndrome community, with many individuals not diagnosed until adolescence or adulthood despite having signs and symptoms throughout childhood. This delay can have serious health consequences, particularly when important screenings and specialized care are missed. Alysa’s experience highlights why earlier diagnosis and increased awareness matter—not only for
Prenatal Diagnosis of Turner Syndrome: Stories & Advice from Experienced Mothers
In this article, we will share experiences of seven mothers who received their daughter’s Turner syndrome (TS) diagnosis during pregnancy. Their stories reflect a wide range of experiences from navigating the shock and uncertainty of the diagnosis, to finding knowledgeable medical care, to supporting and advocating for their daughters after birth. Turner syndrome can be
Researching Social Skills and Turner Syndrome: Findings from a Virtual Training Study
My name is McKenna Fleming. I am 22 years old, and I was diagnosed with Turner syndrome in 2019. I am currently in a Doctorate program to become an occupational therapist. I have been so fortunate to partner with the Turner Syndrome Foundation to conduct my capstone project research study on the lived experiences of
