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  • Divorce: Helping a Person with Down Syndrome Through the Change

    Article with strategies for supporting a person with Down syndrome through changes and feelings that may occur when their parents get divorced.

  • Adaptive Clothing

    Article with examples of clothing items such as tops, pants, belts, shoes, and shoelaces that can make dressing easier and increase independence with getting dressed.

  • Lactose Intolerance in People with Down Syndrome

    Article about lactose intolerance, a condition in which the sugar in cow’s milk is not metabolized normally in the gastrointestinal tract.

  • Elevated Globulin in People with Down Syndrome

    Article describing causes of elevated globulin levels, including chronic inflammation and autoimmune conditions, and emphasizes the need for further testing to identify underlying health issues.

  • Osteoporosis and Osteopenia: Low Bone Density

    Article about osteoporosis, a condition in which bones become more brittle and prone to breaking.

  • Menopause in Women with Down Syndrome

    Article that discusses similarities and differences in menopause age of onset, symptoms, and treatment between women with and without Down syndrome.

  • Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopause Treatment in Women with Down Syndrome

    Article about use of hormone replacement therapy for treating menopausal symptoms including risks, benefits, and considerations for women with Down syndrome.

  • Medications for Weight Loss

    Article that reviews weight loss medication options and considerations for individuals with Down syndrome.

  • COVID-19 in People with Down Syndrome

    Article describing the increased risk of complications from COVID-19 that people with Down syndrome have as well as ways to prevent and treat it.

  • Overpronation

    Article about overpronation, which occurs when the feet roll inward too far while walking. It is associated with flat feet.

  • Using Videos to Support Individuals with Down Syndrome

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    Article about benefits of videos for people with Down syndrome working on learning skills. Includes links to videos and strategies for optimizing video use.