Development and Learning For People WIth Down Syndrome

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Down Syndrome All human beings are made up cells. In every cell, there is specific DNA that contains genetic material, which makes up a person. Genes are what is responsible for our appearance, and traits. Naturally, a cell is made up of 23 chromosomes. Whenever a person has an extra copy of chromosome 21; this individual will have Down syndrome. “It's this extra genetic material that causes the physical features and developmental delays associated with DS.” (“Down Syndrome.”). It can be inherited from one, or both of the parents. This genetic mutation affects individuals in the same way, however; it can be to different extremes. Some are mildly affected by this, while life for other people could be extremely difficult and challenging. Down syndrome is a different disorder, and it affects all types of people, no matter what color or gender. Not only affecting the mental aspects of an individual, but also their physical appearance. Everyday activities involve a struggle and challenge to not only the one diagnosed, but with the ones involved. Down syndrome can be diagnosed and tested in two types of ways: prenatal screening tests, and prenatal diagnostic tests. The screening test cannot completely tell if the child will have Down syndrome; this test just shows the likelihood of the fetus having it. If this test shows a likelihood of Down syndrome, a diagnostic test can be used to test the certainty whether or not the child will have Downs. In the diagnosis process of prenatal screens, there are several options. The first would be a blood and ultrasound test, taking place during the first trimester of the pregnancy. This is normally the most effective option, while the pregnancy is still in the first trimester. During this, the... ... middle of paper ... ...osaic Down Syndrome Association. IMDSA, n.d. Web. 16 May 2014. Peoples, Susan J. Stars of Success: Understanding How Children With Down Syndrome Learn. 1st ed. N.p.: Special Offspring, L.L.C., 2013. Print. Pulsifer, Lisa. "Down Syndrome Behavior in Children." EHow. Demand Media, 20 Oct. 2009. Web. 30 Apr. 2014. "Recreation & Friendship." NDSS. National Down Syndrome Society, 2012. Web. 01 May 2014. Selikowitz, Mark. Down Syndrome: The Facts. 2nd ed. Oxford: Oxford UP, 1997. Print. "Social Development for Downs." Social Development for Individuals with Downs. Down Syndrome Education International, 1996. Web. 01 May 2014. "What Are Common Treatments for Down Syndrome?" What Are Common Treatments for Down Syndrome? NIH, 9 Apr. 2014. Web. 11 May 2014. "What Is Down Syndrome?" NDSS. National Down Syndrome Supply, 2012. Web. 28 Apr. 2014

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