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1 Down Syndrome Aleesha Paddleford EDSP 6644 SPU-Fall 2010

2 Quick Facts from the National Down Syndrome Society website  Most common occurring genetic condition  1 in every 800 births  5,000 births per year in the United States  IQs fall in the mild-moderate range of intellectual disability  Full inclusion for social and educational life  Scientists now feel strongly that it will be possible to improve, correct or prevent many of the problems of DS

3 History of DS  1866: John Langdon Down describes a group of children with common traits distinct from other children with mental retardation  “Mongoloids”: Similar to Asian Mongols  1959: Jerome Lejeune and Patricia Jacobs identify the chromosome connection  Trisomy 21- After the 21 st chromosome replication

4 Causes & Types  Chromosomal Disorder (47 instead of 46 chromosomes)  Nondisjunction (95%)  Extra chromosome is replicated in every cell of the body  Mosaicism (1%)  nondisjunction of chromosome 21 takes place in one of the initial cell divisions after fertilization  Translocation (4%)  Part of chromosome 21 breaks off during cell division and attaches to another chromosome, typically chromosome 14

5 Maternal Age Incidence of Down syndrome Maternal Age Incidence of Down syndrome 201 in 2000351 in 350 211 in 1700361 in 300 221 in 1500371 in 250 231 in 1400381 in 200 241 in 1300391 in 150 251 in 1200401 in 100 261 in 1100411 in 80 271 in 1050421 in 70 281 in 1000431 in 50 291 in 950441 in 40 301 in 900451 in 30 311 in 800461 in 25 321 in 720471 in 20 331 in 600481 in 15 341 in 450491 in 10

6 Diagnosis (No Prevention) Prenatally  Screening tests  Probability based on blood test, ultrasound, & woman's age  Diagnostic tests  Amniotic Fluid, Placenta, umbilical blood  1% chance of complications  99% accurate Birth  Physical Traits  Low muscle tone  Single deep crease across the palm  Slightly flattened facial profile  Upward slant to the eyes  Karyotype Test  Draw blood and analyze the chromosomes

7 Teaching To-Do's  Quality educational programs, a stimulating home environment, good health care, and positive support from family, friends and the community enable people with Down syndrome to develop their full potential and lead fulfilling lives.  Sequence of milestones achieved, rather than the age at which the milestone is reached EARLY INTERVENTION  Birth to age 3  Physical therapy  Speech and language therapy  Occupational therapy ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY   Inclusion   Self-esteem   Distractions- break up lessons   Speech

8 Education & Transition  Inclusion Benefits: Improved academic skills, social skills, communication skills and peer relationships  TRANSITION  Assess based on skills  Set realistic long-term goals  Support groups/ Job Coach  Can lead productive lives  Job, Marriage, Family

9 Future Complications  Life Expectancy: age 25 in 1983 to age 60 today  People with Down syndrome have an increased risk for certain medical conditions such as:  Congenital heart defects  Respiratory and hearing problems  Alzheimer's disease  Childhood leukemia  Thyroid conditions

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11 References Trix, V. (2009, March 21). Teaching tips for children with Down's Syndrome. Retrieved from http://www.brighthub.com/education/special/articles/29680 What causes Down Syndrome?. (2010). Retrieved from http://www.ndss.org/index.php?option=com_content&view= article&id=60&Itemid=77 What is Down Syndrome. (1995-2010). Retrieved from http://kidshealth.org/parent/medical/genetic/down_syndrome


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