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An artist moves paintings at the Mexican School of Down Art in Mexico City, Oct. 19, 2007.
An artist moves paintings at the Mexican School of Down Art in Mexico City, Oct. 19, 2007.
Down Syndrome
Down syndrome is a genetic condition that causes a person to face a distinct set of physical and mental challenges. Although raising a Down syndrome child or supporting an adult with the condition can be difficult, having the right information can make life a little easier for everyone.
Expand All Guide SectionsWhat Is Down Syndrome?
To learn more about the basics of Down syndrome and a little about the genetic aspects of the ... read more »
Down Syndrome Testing and Treatment
Down syndrome tests can be performed during pregnancy or after a baby is born. Although there is no ... read more »
Preparing for a Down Syndrome Child
Children with Down syndrome often face special challenges that parents must be ready for. The Web sites below can help you be better prepared to welcome a Down syndrome baby to your family.
Insights for Preparing for a Down Syndrome Child
- A variety of national and international organizations exist to support parents and children with special needs. For example, La Leche League International has a pamphlet available for breastfeeding a Down syndrome baby (a $4 fee is required).
- For more information on raising a Down syndrome baby, read “Babies with Down Syndrome.”
Top Sites for Down Syndrome Development
The National Down Syndrome Congress
helps new parents start preparing to care for a Down syndrome child, and also offers insightful pages for learning how to cope with Down syndrome.
The March of Dimes
describes some of the physical hurdles people with Down syndrome may face, and elaborates on the degrees of mental retardation that are experienced. The site also explains whether Down syndrome children can attend school.
The National Down Syndrome Society
provides a variety of articles about Down syndrome behavioral issues, transition and adulthood, therapy and development and more. In some cases, resource lists of other organizations that can help with a particular issue are available.
FamilyDoctor.org
answers some questions about the needs of adults with Down syndrome, such as preventive health care, estate planning and proper living arrangements. This site is operated by the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Down Syndrome Educational Programs
With programs catered specifically to special needs children and adults, people with Down syndrome ... read more »
Finding Support for Down Syndrome
Difficult situations can be made easier to handle with the help and knowledge provided by a good ... read more »
Down Syndrome Research and News
Keep current with Down syndrome research and news developments using the Web sites included here. read more »
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