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For people with Down syndrome, family members, caregivers and professionals.
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We frequently receive questions about sleep. Individuals with Down syndrome and/or their families report that they have difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. In this article, we will share stra
These slides provide information about why and how to use Zoom.
The video below is a recording of a webinar presented by Brian Chicoine, MD and Katie Frank, PhD, OTR/L on August 4, 2020. Dr. Chicoine is the co-founder and medical director of the Adult Down Syndrom
This visual handout corresponds to our video on how to wash your hands. It shows the steps for handwashing.
In this video below, Jeff demonstrates how we should wash our hands. As Jeff explains, handwashing is an important thing we can do to keep ourselves healthy! A corresponding visual handout
A common method to test for COVID-19 is to use a long swab to collect a specimen from the nasopharyngeal region, which is located at the back of the inside of the nose. While the procedure i
This handout describes guidelines to follow when having conversations with others.
Strategies to Help Me Calm Down If I feel stressed or anxious, I can... Calm my breathing Pretend to smell a flower to inhale Pretend to blow out a candle to exhale Calm my thoughts Squeeze
Abstract Background : The specific distribution of cancers in Down syndrome (DS) calls into question the validity of screening policies for cancer surveillance as implemented for the general populatio
Strategies to Control My Anger When I feel angry or mad, I can do things to help me calm down. I can: Do deep breathing Count to 10 Walk away Listen to music Go for a walk Watch TV Ask for h
When we feel angry, there are things we can do to help us calm down. It can be helpful to make a plan, so we know what we can do if we feel angry. The template linked below can be used to mak
This visual uses a volcano to describe how our emotions can escalate.
The Feelings Volcano This handout shows what happens when our feelings "build up" and become overwhelming. Fill in the spaces on the right with things you can do to help yourself cal
Getting good sleep helps us be healthy. The visuals below share tips for helping us sleep better at night. Ways to Get Good Sleep Ways to Sleep Better &nbs
Abstract Background: Women with Down syndrome have a lower breast cancer risk and significantly lower life expectancies than women without Down syndrome. Therefore, it is not clear whether m
Making Good Choices, female Making Good Choices, male Making Good Choices I make choices everyday about what I say and what I do. I can make good choices! Good choices are&nb
This is a visual explanation of the process of getting a sleep mask.
This is a visual explanation of the process of getting a sleep study done.
Private vs. Public - Female Private vs. Public - Male Private vs. Public Private places and actions Be in underwear Bathroom Bedroom Shower Go to bathroom Get dressed Hands in pa
Personal Space Personal Space When I talk to other people, I sometimes stand too close. I need to remember to step back and leave some space between us. It is polite to respect others&#
This is a visual with tips to remember when having conversations
This visual describes filters, which help us avoid saying something that we are thinking that might be inappropriate.
While we may love to hug, we know that hugging is not appropriate in all settings. This visual discusses the people in our lives who we can touch and how we can touch them appropriately.
This visual gives examples of things we can do when we are feeling stressed to help us feel better. Tips for Dealing with Stress If I feel stressed, I can... Close my eyes Color Take deep br
Please note: The information on this site is 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. We recommend you review the educational material with your health providers regarding the specifics of your health care needs.
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