Article that explains a mental health condition characterized by frequent and irresistible urges to pull out hair from the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, or body areas.
Recording of a webinar with strategies for modifying or adapting daily activities for the safety of aging adults with Down syndrome and their caregivers.
Article that describes how pain may present differently in people with Down syndrome and offers guidance for recognizing signs and seeking appropriate care.
Article that provides an overview of sleep apnea in people with Down syndrome including why it is more common, screening recommendations, diagnosis, and treatments.
Recording of a webinar about repetitive behaviors in people with Down syndrome (such as the “groove”) and determining whether they are functional or problematic.
A Change in Behavior in a Person with Down Syndrome and Alzheimer’s Disease
Article that describes changes in behavior that may occur in a person with Down syndrome and Alzheimer’s disease, possible causes, and strategies to address them.
Link to a Facebook group that offers information, shared experiences, and support for caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome and Down syndrome regression disorder.
Improving Alzheimer’s Diagnosis and Care for Adults with Down Syndrome Virtual Forum
Webinar recording featuring a panel of physicians and family members discussing diagnosis and treatment barriers adults with Down syndrome and Alzheimer’s disease may face.
