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Colin Farrell reveals heartbreaking reason why he's putting his disabled son, 21, in 'long-term care'

Colin Farrell has revealed the reason he's planning on putting his disabled son into a long-term care facility.

The Phone Booth actor previously discussed his first-born son's condition interview and said medical advice was sought after James missed developmental milestones and struggled to sit up or crawl as a baby. Colin - who shares James with ex Kim Bordenave - explained how many sufferers of the rare syndrome are often misdiagnosed with cerebral palsy due to both conditions having similar symptoms A child with Angelman syndrome will begin to show signs of delayed development at around six to 12 months of age, such as being unable to sit unsupported or make babbling noises.

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