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For people with Down syndrome, family members, caregivers and professionals.
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Key Points Testicular cancer is more common in men with Down syndrome compared to men without Down syndrome. Health care providers can check for testicular cancer during an annual physical exam. Testi
The story linked below explains what "public" means and how we should act when we are in public. Story about public, darker skin Story about public, l
On July 28, 2021, the Down Syndrome Association of Delaware hosted a webinar called, "Helping Children and Adults with Down Syndrome to Cope with Grief." The presenter was Rose Reif,
We discuss "I" statements in our social skills groups for individuals with Down syndrome. "I" statements are a way to share how we feel in a clear, calm, and respec
We go over "group rules" at the beginning of every in-person and virtual group for individuals with Down syndrome that we facilitate at the Adult Down Syndrome Center. We th
Handling Rejection What is rejection? You do not get something that you want Someone tells you "No" Examples of rejection Your boyfriend or girlfriend breaks up with you. You do not
Breaking Up Breaking Up What is breaking up? Ending your relationship with your boyfriend or girlfriend. People break up when... They do not want to spend time together anymore. They no lon
Qualities of Adults (#Adulting) Qualities of Adults (#Adulting) Adults are expected to do the following... use nice words do kind things listen tell the truth have boundaries do t
Compromise Compromise What does compromise mean? Not always getting your way. Doing something that is not your idea. Compromise... Requires flexible thinking. Is a skill that helps us devel
Sharing Touch and Affection Sharing Touch and Affection Types of touch and affection Hugging Holding hands Kissing Rules for sharing touch and affection Know your boundaries What types of to
Ingredients for a Successful Relationship Ingredients for a Successful Relationship Good communication plus positive interactions equals a successful relationsh
Communication Board This communication board contains words and phrases with corresponding images. An individual can point at one of the words or phrases to communicate needs, wants, and feelings.&
Since April, staff at the Adult Down Syndrome Center have been hosting online socials and social skills groups via Zoom. Our goal is to encourage social participation and engagement while we maintain
Abstract Pneumonia and respiratory infections impact infants and children with Down syndrome; pneumonia is a leading cause of mortality in adults with Down syndrome. We aimed to review the literature
These slides provide information about why and how to use Zoom.
This What Is Death? story explains what happens when someone dies and how it might make us feel. Additional resources are available in the Grief and Loss section of our Resource Library.&
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
This list of resources was compiled by Ann Garcia and Grace O'Connor, patient advocates at the Adult Down Syndrome Center. Some of these resources are specific to Illinois residents - they are
The resources below can be used by individuals with Down syndrome, their families and caregivers, and their health care providers during the transition from pediatric to adult health care. G
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
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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