The behavior of young people, particularly adolescents, has often been stereotyped as rebellious and problematic. The first formal study of adolescence, in psychology, did not take place until 1904 (Hall, 1904). This makes adolescent psychology relatively new, but our understanding of behaviors and cognitive development at this age has come a long way; particularly in our knowledge and research into adaptive behaviors and learning disorders/disabilities. These disorders range from the more well-known disorders, such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia and Asperger's syndrome, to the lesser known, such as William syndrome and dyspraxia. Much research has been done over the years on all of these disabilities and disorders. These behaviors have strong effects on adaptive behaviors and problem behaviors. Williams syndrome and others have a very significant effect on cognitive development. There are, however, non-invasive and very therapeutic methods to help learning disabilities and improve mindfulness in young children and adolescents. Williams syndrome is a neurogenetic disorder that affects the heart and blood vessels, leading to cardiovascular problems and also including attributes such as intellectual disabilities. , learning problems, facial distinctions, and unique personality characteristics (Hahn, 2014). Williams syndrome, also known as Williams-Beuren, affects approximately 1 in 20,000 births (Gordon, 2006). Besides the physical distinction involved in this disorder, a number of mental problems are present in people with this disorder. Children with Williams syndrome have been found to have exceptional social, verbal, and musical skills, but appear to lack visuospatial construction skills (Gordon, 2006). Visuospatial Constructio...... middle of paper ......tions to "hide" the problems as best they can. This represents a huge cost, not only financially to families and businesses, but also to children and adolescents, who sometimes receive little relief from medication for their symptoms. The different syndromes and disorders mentioned all cause similar effects on children in their social lives, both at home and throughout their lives. This weighs heavily on their ability to become self-sufficient adults whose productivity is limited within society. By studying and researching innovative ideas without drugs, we can find much healthier and more productive alternatives to overmedicating these developing minds. It is our responsibility to continue to find and support these far superior therapies, so that we can help “cure” these children into functioning adults, instead of masking the problems...