Enrique Corona Spe 482 by Enrique Corona https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp Down Syndrome en-us 2023-02-20 04:31:12 UTC 2023-02-20 05:12:18 UTC hello@padlet.com Types of Down Syndrome ecorona14 https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488017745 The Central Mississippi Down Syndrome Society (CMDSS) is a non-profit organization comprised of parents who have children with Down syndrome. This resource provides helpful basics of down syndrome. It also explains that though all children born with down syndrome share the same challenges, the condition is wide ranging and comes in several different types and also present in different ways. This resource helps the teacher understand the types of Down syndrome and what causes each type of condition. It can also be helpful because even though it is easy to distinguish someone with D.S., they each experience different birth defects or challenges.]]> 2023-02-20 04:34:59 UTC https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488017745 Diagnosis of Down Syndrome ecorona14 https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488020567 The Boston Children’s Hospital Down Syndrome Program is one of the oldest and largest programs for children with Down syndrome and their families. The program is a subspecialty of the Developmental Medicine Center. 
This article is intended as a summary of collecting and summarising the most important indications of D.S. that have emerged in years of medical practice all over the world as well as in our personal experience. It offers information about the two categories of tests available to detect Down syndrome that can be performed before a baby is born: screening tests and diagnostic tests. This article is great for parents and educators because it tells us how D.S is detected and how early during pregnancy. Once the mother has been confirmed about the diagnosis of D.S., the parents can be able to take action into the future of their new challenge.  

]]> 2023-02-20 04:38:46 UTC https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488020567 Treatments for Down Syndrome ecorona14 https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488023023 This article contains information about how to treat and work with people with down syndrome.  It explains a little history on the assistance for people with Down syndrome and how it has changed dramatically in the past half century. 
This article can be helpful for parents and teachers as it explains a study that was focused on the support of the development of children, running errands at home or outside, investigating for instance the communication used to express thoughts and feelings, learning support at home, how independence is promoted teaching resilience, how relationship and friendship at nursery/paly groups/school/work are encouraged, understanding parents/carers goals and expectations towards the child/young person and the child’s/young person’s own goals, how do they manage the differences if there’s any. Knowing early on how to treat D.S. after a diagnosis can be important to be able to execute things more effectively.

]]> 2023-02-20 04:41:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488023023 Parenting Tips for Down Syndrome ecorona14 https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488025250 This resource helps understand that professionals will give you a wealth of knowledge, but it’s not quite the same as living daily life. We want to focus on the positives, and what has worked well for families to support children’s development, enabling children and young people to learn valuable social and life skills to help them through education and work. This resource is great for parents and educators because it offers advice and connections with others going through similar situations. It insinuates that for the best advice, connect with other parents of children with down syndrome. This resource offers groups locally and online that you can talk with, hang out with, and learn from when it comes to raising a child with down syndrome. 

 

]]> 2023-02-20 04:45:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488025250 Down Syndrome in the Classroom ecorona14 https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488027174 Disabled children require special provisions to have a productive learning environment. This resource provides information for teachers to learn more about effective and correct teaching practices for children with Down syndrome. This reading helps take into consideration the degree of intellectual disability involved, the child’s talents and interests, and the supports and services he or she needs, as specified in the IEP. This article is also great because it provides teachers with some teaching skills and other teaching resources to achieve positive results when working with   students with Down syndrome.

]]> 2023-02-20 04:48:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488027174 Accomodations in the Classroom for students with Down Syndrome ecorona14 https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488028704 This article talks about strategies and common adjustments teachers can make in the classroom to support students with Down syndrome. It mentions that students with the condition will have developmental delays and a variety of learning challenges. However, the difficulties students are likely to experience will vary among individuals, and can range from a lack of executive functioning and poor memory to an inability to follow instructions. This article helps support educators working students with D.S. and any accommodations needed according to their IEP/504 plan. Additionally, this resource offers other articles and journals for class modifications. It also offers educators lessons for other subjects like Math and science.

 

]]> 2023-02-20 04:50:32 UTC https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488028704 Tips for Adults with Down Syndrome ecorona14 https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488035445 This resource offers 6 tips for adults living with Down syndrome. It provides information and examples to try and help improve the lives of people with D.S. through research studies, medical care education and advocacy. It advices to do frequent Dr visits as other health issues can emerge. 
This resource can be helpful for a parent and an adult with D.S. because it supports them by being aware of their disability. It can provide them with information about the type of jobs they can seek for. Finally, 

]]> 2023-02-20 05:00:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488035445 Other Health Issues with Down Syndrome ecorona14 https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488037235 This website offers Some health problems are more common among people with Down syndrome than among the general population. Some of the common medical issues this website mentions include congenital cardiac and gastrointestinal anomalies, autoimmune conditions, diverse leukemias, respiratory infections, sleep disorders, hearing and vision loss and early development of Alzheimer’s-type dementia. This resource can helpful for people with D.S. and also for educators for it offers up to date research studies, training services, online courses, and consulting services for D.S. 

]]> 2023-02-20 05:02:22 UTC https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488037235 Life Expectancy ecorona14 https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488038637 This article looks at a research in which dozens of factors, including prenatal care, prematurity, and congenital heart disease, (a common association in those with Down syndrome) to see if they could find a cause for this racial disparity (difference based on race). Unfortunately, there was not a single trend to explain the difference in life expectancy. The center is dedicated to research that identifies disparities like this one. 
This article can be helpful to educators as it offers information about research on the life expectancy of someone with D.S. It explains that researchers in the Abigail Wexner Research Institute are testing ways to reduce disparities and improve health equity so that every child has an equal chance at reaching their best outcomes ]]> 2023-02-20 05:04:34 UTC https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488038637 Resources for Down Syndrome in Los Angeles ecorona14 https://padlet.com/ecorona14/9cykf2zda6k6wasp/wish/2488040207 . This website offers many Down syndrome resources located in the Los Angeles area. It is a company located in Van Nuys but try to be the connection hub and central resource for the Greater Los Angeles area to support individuals with Down Syndrome and their families.
 The resource is great for anyone who suffers from D.S. or works/deals with someone with D.S. The website also offers information on programs for, events, glossary of terms, a discussion forum for parents, and any information regarding D.S and covid19.

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