Services, Resources, and Support
- The Foundation for Prader-Willi Research
The foundation sponsors research to eliminate the challenges of PWS. Its website includes several resources for families of people with the syndrome, including:- A fact sheet for parents of children who were recently diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome, called "My child just got diagnosed with PWS…now what?"
that provides basic information and useful links relevant to Prader-Willi syndrome.
- The stories of families of people with Prader-Willi syndrome
, which highlight how different families have reacted to their child's diagnosis and live with the disorder.
- A fact sheet for parents of children who were recently diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome, called "My child just got diagnosed with PWS…now what?"
- MedlinePlus: Prader-Willi Syndrome
This website, from the National Library of Medicine at NIH, offers information and links to additional details and services related to PWS. - Prader-Willi Syndrome Association (USA)
This association is a leading patient advocacy group, providing support to individuals with PWS and their families. - Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network for Angelman, Rett & Prader-Willi Syndromes Consortium
The consortium brings together researchers, patients, and scientists to further research into these three syndromes. - Global PWS Registry
The Foundation for PW Research maintains this registry to learn about PWS from individuals and families living with the condition.
Please note: Links to organizations and information included on this page do not indicate endorsement from the NICHD, NIH, or HHS.