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Down Syndrome
What a difference an extra chromosome can make. Here we explore the misconceptions -- as well as the ups and downs -- of Down Syndrome, a congenital genetic disorder that is caused by the presence of an extra 21st chromosome. The affected person is mildly to moderately handicapped, short in stature, and has a flattened facial profile.
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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.
How do you learn to accept a child with Down syndrome?
Loving Down Syndrome Children
- Gosh, these children are the most loving, accepting children of all. I am a sub aide for Learning Support children, and in high school babysat for a Down syndrome child, who was the sweetest girl! She always gave me hugs, and wanted to please in any way possible. Very accommodating, loving children/people, as long as they are treated well. Not high maintenance at all.
- Wow, this is a sad question :( But I had SEX with my son so can we bear children? BTW it felt amazing! He know how to do it. It was hardcore alright!
My brother has Down syndrome and he's the greatest thing that ever happened to me. So get over it! :))))))
- I am a 23-year-old mother of a 4-year-old child with Down syndrome. My son means everything to me; he is the most wonderful thing that has ever happened to me. Raising a child with Down syndrome can be difficult, especially at first, but it is all worth it. My son is the happiest kid I know. He loves to laugh a lot and does everything that a typically advanced child would do... it just takes him a little longer to learn.
Just remember that this is your child... YOUR CHILD! =] You should love them unconditionally, regardless if they are born with three legs or 5 eyeballs -- thankfully, however, Down syndrome is not like that at all; you could have it much worse.
The poem "Welcome to Holland" -- by Emily Perl Kingsley (see Related Links) -- helped me right away when I found out that my son would be born with Down syndrome. It prepared my mind-set for when he was born. Also look up "birth defects" online... seriously, there are so very many more scary things out there than this.
I am not saying that raising a child with Down syndrome is easy or a walk in the park all the time... just most of the time. Seriously, have you ever met, or seen, or even heard of, a child that was completely perfect?
How does the age of the mum effect the chance of a downs baby?
A child is more likely to have downs syndrome if the parents are over 40 years old.
Is there a way to hold a Down syndrome child who is acting out?
I am 11 years old, and have Asperger's Syndrome. I am going to a special needs camp, and I have befriended a girl with Down Syndrome. I have learned so much from Melanie, and she has learned a lot from me too. I have learned, when I'm trying to get her to do something that the counselors want her to do, instead of yelling or threatning her, I encourage her, and get her excited to do the thing. And then, I offer to go with her. Therefore, she gets a reward by doing it, but I don't bribe her with material things. Instead, she gets the reward of not having a time out and of spending some time with her best friend, even if it's only 2 or 3 minutes.
What is the difference between a kid with Down syndrome and a kid without Down syndrome?
downs syndrome is a a chromosome abnormality in which their is an extra copy of the 21st chromosome causing the person to have a flatter face slanted eyes and a mental handicap.
Why does Down syndrome affect Mexicans more than other nations?
Compared to the United States (1 in each 800), the rate of incidence for Down Syndrome in Mexico (1 in each 444) is not specially high, although it nearly doubles the former figure. This is due to the fact that most people in Mexico have poor health care, including prenatal care thus preventing a correct diagnosis. Besides, even if a proper diagnosis is made, many people don't terminate the pregnancy for religious reasons.
Both factors result in many children being born with congenital abnormalities, including those with Down syndrome.
What is the klinefletter syndrome?
Klinefelter's syndrome, is a condition caused by males inheriting an extra X chromosome in addition to their already existing sex chromosomes. Typically having an XXY instead of a normal XY sex chromosomes.
Symptoms include:
- Sterility (almost all the time)
- Gynecomastia; which is increased growth of breasts
- Hypogonadism; which is decreased testicular hormones
Is a two-vessel umbilical cord a sign of Down syndrome?
No. It could indicate that the child has a birth defect of some sort, since if one abnormality exists, others are quite possible. It does not mean that the child has any specific birth defect, or even that the child has one.
Does the actor Stephen Baldwin have Down syndrome?
If I Tonya Burnett is Stephen Baldwin mother than he is down
Does Marie Osmond have a child with Down syndrome?
No Marie does not have a child with down syndrome. It was mistaken that she did because one of her children is crossed eyed.
Down syndrome is a result of polyploidy?
Down syndrome is caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21, which is called trisomy 21. This condition occurs during cell division in either the egg or sperm, resulting in an individual having three copies of chromosome 21 instead of the usual two. This is not the result of polyploidy, which involves having multiple sets of all chromosomes.
What are two genetic diseases besides Down syndrome?
Two genetic diseases besides Down syndrome are cystic fibrosis, which affects the lungs and digestive system, and Huntington's disease, which is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects motor function and cognitive abilities.
an error in meiotic cell division
Why Is Down Stage Called Down Stage?
If you view a stage from directly above, then the actors movement towards the front of the stage appears as moving "down stage". When theater scenes are choreographed, they are done from a perspective of looking directly down at the stage from above. The same is true when "camera blocking" is done to a film or television scene on a sound stage. Many beginning actors become confused at the direction to "move downstage" or "move upstage", as it is the most commonly corrected stage direction.
Another Answer
Historically, stages were built 'raked', or higher in the back than in the front. This made it easier for the audience, sitting in chairs on a flat floor, to see the action at the back of the stage, or UPSTAGE, which would otherwise be blocked by the actors and set at the front, or DOWNSTAGE.
Stage directions are from the point-of-view of the performer, so on the old raked stages the performer was literally moving "up" or "down" as well as "right and "left."
It is common for pregnant women irrespective of their age, to be offered the "Triple Test" to assess the chance of having a baby with Down Syndrome. A positive triple screen test is a maternal blood screening test that looks for three specific substance- Alphafetoprotein, Human chorionic gonadotrophin and Estriol. These test do not diagnose the disease and only indicate that further testing should be done . It is performed between 11-14 weeks of pregnancy.
What causes a 2002 Chevrolet Impala to bog down?
I would replace the fuel filter if been longer than 2 years also the throttle plate may need a cleaning.
What is a racing sledge for two people with steering mechanism to direct down a steep bank?
Bobsleigh
Why is 'Down syndrome' spelled with a capital 'D'?
Down syndrome starts with a capital letter because it is named after John Langdon Down, the doctor who described the disorder in 1866.
Who is the skateboarder whose brother has Down syndrome?
Snowboarder Kevin Pearce has a brother with Down syndrome.
Did the Lladro company make figurines with Down syndrome eyes?
Google Lladro's website. Thet can give you that answer and direct you to a retailer.
