The online community by and for parents and caregivers of adults who have Down syndrome
We start off our month-long look at Down syndrome in the media by mentioning the advocacy that is happening in this area. Disability groups of all types are busy addressing problems of underrepresentation and negative stereotypes that are prevalent in our films,…
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Researchers, including clinicians from the Jérôme Lejeune Institute and the University of Chicago, recently published a paper on the possibility of a link between stress and the onset of dementia in patients with Down syndrome (Ds).
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A recent study from Sweden looks at whether adults with Down syndrome adhere to medical guidelines. Specific medical guidelines for health surveillance exist for people with Down syndrome (DS) since 25 years but knowledge of adherence to the guidelines is lacking. The guidelines…
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A recent study from Turkey examined the eating habits of 20 people who have Down syndrome. Even though the study represents a different culture, it is always interesting to learn from any information that exists, especially when it comes to adults with…
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This new research study looks at the causes of death for people with intellectual disabilities and specifically adults with Down syndrome. Important facts: “for Down syndrome adults ‘Down syndrome’,and dementia were most common.” [cause of death] [people with intellectual disabilities] “die younger,…
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How would your loved one describe his social network? Would you name the same people? Research suggests that we, as parents, consider those who have something to give our loved ones as better friends.
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Premature aging in adults with Down syndrome: genetic, cognitive and functional aspects. Premature Aging
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