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It depends on the person, but I think it is because they look strange compared to normal people, so that they are almost scared.
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The above answer is correct; some people do tend to be afraid of those who are different. It also puts a bit of subliminal thought in them, thinking "What if that had been me," which is where the fear sometimes originates. People are also afraid of things they don't understand, and many people don't understand this particular condition, including adults. But there are other reasons why some people are mean to those with Down syndrome.
Some people have such a low self-esteem they feel they have to make fun of, or be cruel to, those whom they perceive as "less than them" in order to feel better about themselves. But as for them seeing them as "less," they couldn't be more wrong. Children born with Down syndrome are different, but most definitely not less. Sadly, many people only see the condition, not the person with the condition.
Some people also see them as easy bullying targets because those with Down syndrome are normally not aggressive or violent by nature, so they are not as likely to fight back. The fact is, children born with Down syndrome are the kindest, most gentle people I have ever met. They are loving, open, honest, trusting and affectionate, and a joy to be around.
In their honest innocence, they don't understand why others are being hurtful to them. Their nature is also a forgiving one, which is one of the things that makes them being the target of such cruelty so horrible; all they really want is to be accepted and loved, just as we all do.
Then, there are always the typical bullies, who are mean and cruel to them just for the fun of it, just as they are cruel and mean to "normal" people. But when you really think about it, children born with Down syndrome are far more "normal" than bullies are. They don't ever intentionally hurt anyone, which, to me, is what "normal" is - or at least should be. It's the bullies who, in my opinion, aren't "normal."
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Is it good to have down syndrome?
it is better to have up syndrome People with Down Syndrome have the ability to live normal and happy lives, however, I would not go so far as to say that it is good to have Down Syndrome. It is a genetic abnormality and given the choice, it would be better not to have it.
People with down syndrome have how many chromosomes?
47There are 47 chromosomes in someone with Down syndrome; the 21st pair has an extra chromosome. Most people have 46 chromosomes. Down syndrome is also known as "Trisomy 21" - a reference to the fact that someone with Down syndrome has 3 pairs of chromosomes on their 21st pair.
Why do people with down syndrome receive education and training to learn?
so that they'll not be totally deprived
People with Down syndrome receive education and training to learn .?
so that they'll not be totally deprived
How many people die from Down syndrome per year?
Down's syndrome usually isn't deadly as such. However, it brings with it a couple of medical problems, like high blood presure and such, which tends to shorten the life span of afflicted persons.
Is down syndrome a mutation?
Down Syndrome is caused by extra genetic material on Chromosome 21. About half of the children of people who have Down Syndrome are born with Down Syndrome themselves. See the Related Linksbelow to view an article about the genetics of Down Syndrome.
Is mongoloidism the same as downs syndrome?
In 1896 the wife of Sir. Jonathan Wilfred gave birth to a baby with down syndrome. He knew something was amiss, but in 1896 there was not yet any name for down syndrome, so when people asked he would tell them it was a Mongoloid, latin for "different". Now because of that people with down syndrome are referred to as Mongoloids.
How many people in Tennessee have Down syndrome?
according to the internet 1 in 733 babies has downs so about 8589 people in Tennessee have downs
Why was the term mongoloid used to refer to people with Down Syndrome?
People with Down syndrome all have similar facial features and can look like they have Asian ancestry. In the past, people thought that the different races had evolved by different amounts, with the European being the most evolved and the other races were all less intelligent or able. The faces of the Down syndrome people looked like the Mongols of Asia, who were considered very undeveloped and unintelligent. So people thought they were a throwback and called them Mongoloids, both as a reference to their appearance and their supposedly unevolved intelligence.
Do you think it should be forbidden for someone with Down syndrome to become a parent?
WikiAnswers contributors share their opinions;There is no way a person with Down syndrome could take care of anybody else, let alone themselves.Some people with Down syndrome marry. With rare exceptions, men with Down syndrome cannot father a child. In any pregnancy, a woman with Down syndrome has a 50-50 chance of conceiving a child with Down syndrome, but many affected fetuses are miscarried. Knowing that says that nature is taking care of itself. If two people who love each other have a chance at having a healthy baby, then the best of luck to them. After all, "normal people" have babies with down syndrome and they are loved.And again I will say that males with Down syndrome are almost all sterile (only 1 case documented). And if a female with Down syndrome becomes pregnant with a viable fetus, the father obviously does not have Down syndrome.Some people with Down syndrome are able to function and be a lot more independent than others. As to whether it should be forbidden, my answer is this: "HELL, NO!" Didn't you ever watch "Life Goes On"? If so, do you remember Corky?
Can you get a masters in down syndrome?
The average IQ of a young adult with Down syndrome is 50, equivalent to the mental age of an 8- or 9-year-old child, but this varies widely. So it could be possible but extremely unusual.
How does Down syndrome occur with no history of Down syndrome in the family history?
It's either a mutation with the gene, or either the mother or father donates an extra chromosome. 2nd Answer: True, and Down Syndrome is not a genetic disease and has nothing to do with family history. By the way, the kind of chromosomal mistake that causes Down Syndrome occurs in many people, but on different chromosomes. Mostly, your body is so tolerant of this kind of mistake that you never see any results.
