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Down syndrome is a life-long genetic condition that causes certain physical characteristics and delays in learning and development. In the majority of cases, Down syndrome occurs because of a spontaneous occurrence at around the time of conception that results in the baby having an extra copy of Chromosome 21 in every cell in their body.
In most cases, Down syndrome is not inherited. The reason for Down syndrome is unknown. It can happen to anyone.
People with the syndrome will have a degree of learning difficulty. This means that it takes longer to process information and to learn new skills, and that tasks and learning may need to be broken down into smaller steps.
If someone has learning difficulties, it means that they may not learn things as quickly as other people and they may need more help and support to learn. With the right kind of help, however, many people can acquire practical and social skills even if this takes them longer than usual. Most people with Down syndrome will walk and talk; and many will read and write, go to ordinary schools, and lead fulfilling, semi-independent lives with some support.
Myths about Down syndrome put straight
- People with Down syndrome cannot achieve life goals: The vast majority of people with Down syndrome learn to walk and talk, and many are attending mainstream schools, passing GCSE's and living full, semi-independent adult lives.
- People with Down syndrome all look the same:
Certain physical characteristics are similar. But someone with Down syndrome will always look more like his or her close family than someone else with the condition.
- People with Down syndrome are always happy and affectionate:
People with Down syndrome are no different to anyone else in their character traits and varying moods.
What else can I help you with?
What is the genetic disorder for having three 21 chromosomes?
down syndrome
What is a chromosomal disorder that could result from nondisjunction?
Disorders, such as Down's Syndrome, are caused by nondisjunction.
What is the correct spelling 'Down syndrome' or 'Down's syndrome'?
Down syndrome is generally the preferred spelling, although Down's syndrome is sometimes used in American sources.
Is down's syndrome inherited?
Most cases of down syndrome are not inherited. Translocation Down syndrome can be inherited.
What are diagnosis for down syndrome?
Down syndrome IS the diagnosis.
Where is down syndrome on your body?
Down Syndrome Is In Your Brain.
How preventable is down syndrome in the community?
how is down syndrome preventable?
Can be cured form down syndrome?
No, Down Syndrome is permanent.
What is the correct spelling - 'Down syndrome' or 'Down's syndrome'?
Down syndromeBoth spellings are correct and acceptable. And "syndrome" is sometimes uppercase and sometimes lowercase. On Answers.com, we choose the spelling "Down syndrome."
Can a girl with down syndrome have a boyfriend?
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.
Is Angelman syndrome the same as Down syndrome?
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.
What gene or chromosome is affected by down syndrome?
Chromosome 21 is tripled in Down syndrome.
