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  • Joint Compression for People with Down Syndrome

    Article about joint compression, a strategy that may support body awareness, calmness, and sensory regulation for individuals with Down syndrome.

  • Mitochondria in Down Syndrome

    Article about mitochondria (small structures in the body’s cells that produce energy), factors that contribute to mitochondrial dysfunction, and ways to improve mitochondrial function.

  • Puberty in Down Syndrome Webinar Recording

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    Recording of a webinar about changes individuals with Down syndrome experience during puberty. Resources for teaching about a range of puberty topics are provided.

  • Sexuality Resources

    Comprehensive list of sexuality education materials – articles, visuals, videos, curricula, and books – adapted for people with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities.

  • Heart Disease in Adults with Down Syndrome

    Article about common and uncommon heart conditions in adults with Down syndrome, including possible complications of pediatric heart disease in adulthood.

  • Stories About Erections and Wet Dreams

    Visual stories about erections and wet dreams including what to do if you have erections in public and what to do after wet dreams.

  • Autonomic Nervous System Webinar Recording

    Recording of a webinar about the autonomic nervous system, the part of the nervous system that functions “automatically” without us needing to think about it.

  • Promoting Brain Health Webinar Recording

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    Recording of a webinar about how individuals with Down syndrome can promote and maintain brain health and cognitive well-being throughout life.

  • 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.