Article that explains why Alzheimer’s disease is more common in people with Down syndrome and provides an overview of symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.
Temperature Regulation in People with Down Syndrome
Article about differences in how the bodies of people with Down syndrome regulate temperature, possible causes, and strategies for recognizing overheating or cold sensitivity.
Gait or Walking Changes in a Person with Down Syndrome
Article about HPV, cervical cancer risk, vaccination, and screening options for women with Down syndrome, including Pap tests, HPV testing, self-collection kits, and decision-making.
Article that describes chronic cough in people with Down syndrome including common causes such as gastroesophageal reflux disease, postnasal drip, and post-infectious cough.
Finding and Working with a Mental Health Professional
Article with suggestions for finding therapists, psychiatrists, or other mental health professionals with experience working with individuals with Down syndrome.
Selective Mutism and Other Causes of Loss of Speech in Adults with Down Syndrome
Guide that explains underlying causes of behavior, importance of interpreting behavior as communication, and strategies for addressing challenging behaviors.
Divorce: Helping a Person with Down Syndrome Through the Change
