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Webinar Description
Individuals with Down syndrome may experience decline in skills for many reasons, some of which are potentially reversible. In this webinar, Brian Chicoine, MD will discuss possible causes for decline in skills, including what has been called “Down Syndrome Regression Disorder,” Alzheimer’s disease, and others. He will also describe potential treatments and strategies that can be used when supporting an individual with Down syndrome who is experiencing a decline in skills.
Presenter Bio
Brian Chicoine, MD, is the Medical Director of the Adult Down Syndrome Center in Park Ridge, IL. He is on the faculty of Family Medicine at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. He received his medical degree from Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his Family Medicine residency at Lutheran General Hospital. In 1992, Dr. Chicoine co-founded the Adult Down Syndrome Center, which has served and documented the health and psychosocial needs of over 6000 adolescents and adults with Down syndrome since its inception. Dr. Chicoine has provided medical care for adults with intellectual disabilities for over 30 years and has presented and written extensively on caring for adults with Down syndrome.
Will the webinar be recorded?
Yes! If you are unable to attend the webinar at the scheduled time, please register for the webinar to receive an email with the link to the recording about 1-2 weeks after the webinar.
How much does it cost to attend this webinar?
Generous supporters make it possible for us to offer this webinar at no cost to attendees. If you would like to support the education efforts of the Adult Down Syndrome Center, please visit
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Please note: The information provided during the webinar will be for educational purposes only and is not intended to serve as a substitute for a medical, psychiatric, mental health, or behavioral evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment plan by a qualified professional.