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Down syndrome myth busters

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Key Takeaways:

Facts about Down Syndrome-

  • Down syndrome is a chromosomal condition.
  • Down syndrome is a commonly occurring genetic condition.
  • Consumption of too little nutrition or too many will not cause Down syndrome.
  • There is no direct relationship between stress and Down syndrome.
  • A child with DS can be born to a mother at any age.
  • People with DS have a wide range of feelings.
  • Men & Women with DS can and have become parents.
  • Dementia in people with DS is similar to the general population.
  • People with DS have cognitive delays from mild to moderate.
  • Down Syndrome support group in India is Down Syndrome Federation of India (DSFI).
  • Today people with Down syndrome live at home with their families, they have been included in regular academic classrooms and they are also being employed in small and medium sized offices.

Down syndrome is one of the most common genetic disorders that occur worldwide. It is a genetic defect that cannot be prevented or cured. It manifests itself due to extra copies of genes from the 21st chromosome. Research in this field has shown that a random error in the structure of 21st chromosome contributes to Down syndrome. It is one of the most common genetic disorders in the world. Hence it is imperative to arm yourself with the right kind of information and its management strategies. It is also equally important to be aware of down syndrome myths existing in the space.

Children with Down syndrome are as able as typical children when given the right kind of support and medical guidance as EARLY AS POSSIBLE. Routine health monitoring and care can have a long-standing positive impact on the child’s health. This can have a chance for improved quality of life.

A key aspect of raising awareness of a disorder comes by abolishing myths and common misconceptions surrounding it. Myths often portray any defect in the wrong light, thus adding to the ignorance surrounding the disorder. In the presentation below, we have tried to help dismiss false information. And promoting the truth about the life and likes of people living with Down syndrome.

You might also want to look at Down Syndrome awareness – How do you talk about your child’s diagnosis with the community at large?

Do spend a few moments to see this heart-warming video about the lives of a few individuals with Down Syndrome, and how they use their skills to reach their maximum potential in society.

Acknowledgements :

We thank our volunteers Ms.Sailaja Tadimeti & Ms.Sunitha Reddy for the time and effort taken towards the translation of this content from English to Telugu.

We thank our volunteers Ms.Ritu Vyas & Ms.Ena Gaur for the time and effort taken towards the translation of this content from English to Hindi. 

If you have questions about Autism, Down Syndrome, ADHD, or other intellectual disabilities, or have concerns about developmental delays in a child, the Nayi Disha team is here to help. For any questions or queries, please contact our FREE Helpline at 844-844-8996. You can call or what’s app us.

DISCLAIMER: Please note that this guide is for information on down syndrome myths. Please consult a qualified health practitioner for safe management.

 

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