SLC6A1

The information for this summary of SLC6A1-related syndrome comes from research publications. This is not meant to take the place of medical advice.

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What is SLC6A1-related syndrome?

SLC6A1-related syndrome happens when there are changes to the SLC6A1 gene. These changes can keep the gene from working as it should.

Key Role

The SLC6A1 gene plays a key role in communication between brain cells.

Symptoms

Because the SLC6A1 gene is important for brain activity, many people who have SLC6A1-related syndrome have:

Developmental delay
Intellectual disability
Speech delay
Seizures
Behavioral issues, including attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), aggression, and features of autism
Movement issues

How many people have SLC6A1-related syndrome?

As of 2024, at least 209 people with SLC6A1-related syndrome have been identified in a medical clinic.

Support Resources

Simons Searchlight Community – SLC6A1 Facebook group
SLC6A1 Connect
Geisinger Developmental Brain Disorder Gene Database – SLC6A1

GeneReviews

GeneReviews are a great resource to bring to your child’s clinicians. These publications provide a summary of current research on genetic conditions and information on ongoing care.

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Presentations

SLC6A1 2019 Virtual Family Meeting

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Research Article Summaries

We currently do not have any article summaries for SLC6A1, but we add resources to our website as they become available.

The information available about SLC6A1 is limited, and families and doctors share a critical need for more information. As we learn more from children who have this gene change, we expect our list of resources and information to grow.

You can also visit the Simons Foundation’s SFARI Gene website to see information for researchers about this gene.

Research Opportunities

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Family Stories

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