Down syndrome is one of the most common causes of birth defects and developmental disabilities. It occurs approximately once in every 800 to 1000 births.
Down syndrome is a chromosomal disorder which usually causes delays in physical and intellectual development. It is the result of an infant's cells containing 47 rather than 46 chromosomes.
Individuals with Down syndrome can have special medical problems. The most common are heart defects, hearing loss, vision impairment, upper respiratory infections, intestinal and thyroid problems.
Down syndrome is not related to race, nationality, religion or economic status.
People with Down syndrome carry more traits of their birth family than the traits of Down syndrome.
While the age of the mother can be a factor, 80% of children with Down syndrome are born to parents under the age of 35.
Individuals with Down syndrome benefit from loving homes, early interventions, special education, appropriate medical care and positive public attitudes.
People with Down syndrome hold jobs, go to school, and make positive contributions to their communities.
A person who has Down syndrome is not a "Downs kid" nor a "Down syndrome person." He or she is simply a person who has Down syndrome.
When considering people with Down syndrome the focus should be first on the person, and second on the disability.
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