LOS ANGELES -- A rare, genetic disorder that's often misdiagnosed as autism is robbing a young California girl of her life.

With no known treatment or cure, her parents are tackling an impossible dream: finding a cure and hopefully help others along the way.

The story of Vivienne Redick

As an infant, 2-year-old Vivienne Redick's gaze offered a clue her parents couldn't interpret.

"She did this little stare, and I didn't know that was a seizure. It was so quick," said Vivienne's mom, Yvette Yates Redick.

Vivienne is Yvette and Shaun Redick's third child. Her pregnancy and birth were healthy and routine.

"She is a happy baby," said Yvette.

While Vivienne seemed a bit delayed, her mom didn't see a cause for concern until her daughter was around eight months old when she suffered a hig

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