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    Down Syndrome is a genetic condition that affects approximately 1 in 700 babies born in the United States. People with Down Syndrome are born with it and will always have it - it is not something that can be caught. Both boys and girls can be born with Down Syndrome. While motor skills develop more slowly, children with Down Syndrome benefit from education in mainstream schools which helps social and communication skills. Providing support to these individuals and their families is important.

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    Down Syndrome is a genetic condition that affects approximately 1 in 700 babies born in the United States. People with Down Syndrome are born with it and will always have it - it is not something that can be caught. Both boys and girls can be born with Down Syndrome. While motor skills develop more slowly, children with Down Syndrome benefit from education in mainstream schools which helps social and communication skills. Providing support to these individuals and their families is important.

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    Down Syndrome is a genetic condition that affects approximately 1 in 700 babies born in the United States. People with Down Syndrome are born with it and will always have it - it is not something that can be caught. Both boys and girls can be born with Down Syndrome. While motor skills develop more slowly, children with Down Syndrome benefit from education in mainstream schools which helps social and communication skills. Providing support to these individuals and their families is important.

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    Down Syndrome

    Jenifer Tapia Tirado


    Fresno Pacific University
    ECD 440
    What causes Down Syndrome
    - You cannot “catch” Down syndrome
    - Everyone who has Down syndrome was born with it and will always have it.
    - Down syndrome affects people from all around the world, and both boys and girls can be born with
    it.
    - Approximately 1 in 700 babies born in the United States has Down syndrome.
    How to Refer

    - Instead of “a Down syndrome child,” it should be


    - “a child with Down syndrome.”
    - Also avoid “Down’s child”
    Education
    - Children with Down syndrome educated in mainstream schools are
    gaining considerable benefits in academic skills, communication
    skills and social independence.
    - Provide information, resources and support to parents.
    - Ensure Individuals with Down syndrome receive a quality
    education.
    - Help prepare them for further education, employment and/or
    independent living.
    - Pre-teach activities before class.
    - Make the appropriate Modification or Accommodation
    Social and Emotional Development
    - Motor skills develop at a slower rate
    - Reduce infants opportunities for exploring and learning about the world
    - Takes longer to retain skills
    - Need social and emotional support from family and peers
    Educational Challenges

    - Most children with Down syndrome struggle with basic number skills
    - Number skills are typically some 2 years behind their reading skills.
    - Create Modification changes in regards to materials, handouts, and tests, so they
    match the language abilities of the child.
    - Research suggests that people with Down syndrome learn better when they can see
    things illustrated.
    “Where hope Grows” Global Perspective
    “Calvin Campbell is a former professional baseball Africa
    - Where babies with down syndrome are called
    player sent to an early retirement due to his panic
    “the devil child”.
    attacks at the plate. Even though he had all the talent - Gaps in knowledge
    for the big leagues, he struggles with the curveballs life - Many children with Down syndrome are
    has thrown him” excluded
    - Special treatment for the mentally ill and for
    “Faith, work, purpose and most importantly family, people with intellectual disabilities is usually
    blossom into Calvin’s life as their friendship develops. non-existent
    The unlikely pair becomes intertwined giving Calvin’s
    life new meaning and purpose”
    References
    Bagheri, S, Cantillo, J, Chakraborty, M, Singh, S.(Producers) & Dowling, C (Director). 2014.

    Where Hope Grows [Motion Picture]. United States: Lionsgate productions.

    Crosta, P. (2017, December 06). Down syndrome: Causes, symptoms, and diagnosis. Retrieved

    from https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/145554.php

    Exceptional Lives Enhanced Pearson Etext Access Card Special Education in Today's Schools.

    (2015). Pearson College Div.

    'The Devil Child': Down Syndrome in Sierra Leone. (2017, January 17). Retrieved from https://face2faceafrica.com/article/down-

    syndrome-sierra-leone

    What is Down Syndrome? | National Down Syndrome Society. (n.d.). Retrieved from

    https://www.ndss.org/about-down-syndrome/down-syndrome/

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