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No! They are just as kind and gentle as regular people - in fact they ARE regular people. There is certainly no specific DS characteristic for 'harmful' behaviour.

The question itself is a bit silly. Can ANY child be harmful? Of course they can, especially when they are brought up by parents who are 'harmful' or disfunctional.

However, I would suggest that parents who a caring and stable enough to raise a disabled child are rarely 'harmful' people, so DS chaildren are rarely harmful, but tend to be loving and caring. That is my experience.

They aren't as smart as normal people, and MAY have trouble recognising context. So things that may be acceptable in one place (hugging Mum & Dad for example) may be inappropriately applied in another (hugging people they meet).

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What are four types of chromosomal mutations?

Four types of chromosomal mutations are Down syndrome (which is a mutation in which there are three copies of chromosome 21), Kinefelter Syndrome (which is a mutation in which a male has an extra X-chromosome), Turner Syndrome (which is a mutation in which a female is missing an X-chromosome), and Patau Syndrome (which is a mutation in which there are three copies of chromosome 13).


Are there albinos with Down syndrome?

No, albinism is a genetic mutation, not a generation-type of mutation, that also means a non-albino couple can have the chance of giving birth to an albino baby, it's a really random and rare mutation.


Is the William syndrome a mutation?

Yes, Williams syndrome is a genetic condition caused by a deletion of genetic material on chromosome 7. This deletion is not usually inherited, but occurs randomly. It is not considered a mutation in the traditional sense, but rather a genetic anomaly.


What is a harmful mutation?

a mutation is sometimes a form of adaptation, but if something changes in the DNA of the species and could possibly be harmful to it, that is a harmful mutation.Examples:-born without a part of the brain-cancer is a form of a harmful mutation-hypoglycemia


Is marfan syndrome a genetic disease?

Yes, Marfan syndrome is a genetic disorder. It is not a disease. It is caused by a mutation in fibrillin and is an autosomal dominant mutation. This means that if you have a Marfan causing mutation, you have Marfan, and you have a 50/50 chance of passing it on to any children you may have. Severity of Marfan can vary within a family, even though all affected family members have the same mutation. It can not skip generations.

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How do you spell downsindrowm?

The phrase is spelled Down Syndrome. Down Syndrome is a disorder caused by a mutation of the chromosomes.


What are four of chromosomal mutation?

Four types of chromosomal mutations are Down syndrome (which is a mutation in which there are three copies of chromosome 21), Kinefelter Syndrome (which is a mutation in which a male has an extra X-chromosome), Turner Syndrome (which is a mutation in which a female is missing an X-chromosome), and Patau Syndrome (which is a mutation in which there are three copies of chromosome 13).


What could be described as a chromosomal mutation?

Chromosomal mutation can have lasting impacts on the person who this happens to. A version of a chromosomal mutation is the mutation that leads to Down's Syndrome.


What can down syndrome be caused by?

Down's Syndrome is caused mainly by a mutation in the gene. It is a genetic disorder, which means it was passed on from parents to offspring.


Is down syndrome a frame shift mutation?

yes, down syndrome is caused by non disjunction, an error in the process of cell division


Is down syndrome caused by a translocation mutation?

A very small number.


What are examples of diseases caused by chromosomal mutation?

Down's Syndrome Kleinfelter's Syndrome


Is down syndrome and pku caused by chromosomal abnormalities?

Down syndrome is caused by an additional chromosome while PKU is due to a mutation or defect in a gene.


Is Down Syndrome the same as Marfan Syndrome?

No. Down is caused by an extra chromosome while Marfan is due to a mutation in one or more genes.


Why did evolution not occur in down syndrome?

Down Syndrome is a the addition of an extra chromosome and not really related to evolution. It is more of a genetic mutation that causes this event to occur.


When 1 strand of DNA becomes 2 this is known as what?

Retardation / Mutation (Down Syndrome)


Is down's syndrome caused by a gene or chromosomal mutation?

Neither. It is an extra #21 chromosome.