Down Syndrome (The Facts)

by Mark Selikowitz (Author)

• New

  Illustrated
  2008

  $16.00

  Down syndrome is a genetic condition which causes varying degrees of learning disability as well as other health problems. Nearly one baby in every 1000 born in the UK has the condition. Parents are often frightened and confused by the birth of a baby with Down syndrome, and they need reassurance as well as up-to-date information regarding the condition. The new edition of this highly regarded book for parents of children with Down syndrome covers a number of important new developments in research and clinical practice that have occurred in the field in recent years. These include several newly recognised medical conditions that are known to occur more commonly in patients with Down syndrome, for example, glaucoma, gastrointestinal malformations, feeding difficulties, gastro-oesophageal reflux, coeliac disease, and diabetes. This expanded edition also includes new recommendations regarding routine health checks in line with those of the UK Down Syndrome Medical Interest Group (UKDSMIG). Additionally the book covers new prenatal screening methods which have been developed to identify Down syndrome during pregnancy.

• Used

  Paperback
  1990

  $3.24

  Using his experience of children with Downs syndrome, the author offers advise on health checks, alternative treatments, how to cope with bringing children up at home and the future decisions of work and children. There are chapters on the cause of Downs syndrome, antenatal diagnosis, development, health and education. There are chapters giving advice on behaviour management and coping with the reactions of family members and friends.