Explaining Down syndrome

Discusses why down syndrome occurs, how it is diagnosed, how it affects people, and how it is treated.

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Main Author: Royston, Angela, 1945-
Format: Books Print Book
Language:English
Published: Mankato, Minn. : Smart Apple Media, c2010.
Series:Explaining--
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Table of Contents:
  • What is Down syndrome?
  • Changing attitudes
  • Who has Down syndrome?
  • What are chromosomes?
  • The extra chromosome
  • Individual differences
  • Health problems
  • Testing for Down syndrome
  • Diagnosing at birth
  • Babies with Down syndrome
  • Toddlers with Down syndrome
  • At school
  • Friendships and fun
  • Effects on the family
  • Living independently
  • The future.