Future for people with Down syndrome refers to a program that provides support for those people with intellectual incapacity to assist their progress from secondary school to post school.
Yes, a girl with Down syndrome can have a boyfriend, and many do. People with Down syndrome have the same relationship needs as people without Down syndrome.
Down syndrome is the correct term. People who are using "Downs" are speaking incorrectly. Down syndrome used to be called Down's syndrome, but since John Langdon Down did not have nor "invent" this chromosomal abnormality, the correct name is Down syndrome. Countries such as the UK, still use the term Down's syndrome, but shortening it to Down's is not using people first language, therefore, it is incorrect.
Yes, people with Downs Syndrome can get depressed.
people with down syndrome are often riddled with vision impairments...
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People with Down Syndrome CAN have a driver's license. Many people who live with Down Syndrome have a driver's license, and are perfectly fine drivers. Down Syndrome is not a disease, and people do not "suffer" from Down Syndrome. Down Syndrome does not prevent anybody from safely driving, going to college, owning a house, being married, having children, operating a business, or anything else.
Nationally, there are currently approximately 400,000 people with Down syndrome. Unfortunately, though, there is no breakdown on numbers for each state of those with Down syndrome.
50% of females with Down syndrome are able to conceive children, while males with Down syndrome are usually sterile.
Yes many people with Down's Syndrome work.
People with Down syndrome may take medication to manage conditions commonly associated with the syndrome, such as thyroid issues, heart conditions, and behavioral concerns. The specific type of medication will depend on the individual's health needs and any underlying medical conditions. It is important for individuals with Down syndrome to have regular check-ups with healthcare providers to monitor their health and determine appropriate treatment options.
Angelman syndrome is a genetic disorder, as is Down syndrome. But they are not the same. Angelman Syndrome involves a deletion of Chromosome 15, whereas people with Down syndrome have an extra copy of Chromosome 21.
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