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The Feelings Volcano

Author: Adult Down Syndrome Center

This visual uses a volcano to describe how our emotions can escalate.

The Feelings Volcano

Author: Adult Down Syndrome Center - Visual

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

Catatonia in Down Syndrome: Systematic Approach to Diagnosis, Treatment and Outcome Assessment Based on a Case Series of Seven Patients

Author: Miles et al. - Neuropsychiatric Disease and Treatment

Abstract Objective:  The goal is to expand our knowledge of catatonia occurring in adolescents and young adults with Down syndrome (DS) by describing the first prospective, consecutive, well-

Resource List for Sexual Assault and/or Abuse

Author: Adult Down Syndrome Center

This is a list of resources primarily for individuals in the Chicagoland area.

Dental Care Guidance for Caregivers of Patients with Down Syndrome

Author: Greg Grillo, DDS and Andrew Jordan, DDM - Dentably

Dental Care Guidance for Caregivers of Patients with Down Syndrome  is an article that shares information about common dental problems, finding the right dentist, sedation, appointment prepar

Flat Feet in People with Down Syndrome

Author: Lorri Riley, DPM - j1 insoles

The website at the link below discusses flat feet and Down syndrome. The website also contains information about j1 insoles, a line of medical grade insoles for adults and children that are less expen

Getting Good Sleep Visuals

Author: Adult Down Syndrome Center - Visuals

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

Benefits and Harms of Mammography Screening for Women with Down Syndrome

Author: Alagoz et al. - Journal of General Internal Medicine (2019)

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 Visual

Author: Adult Down Syndrome Center - Visual

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

Skin Care Visual

Author: Adult Down Syndrome Center - Visual

Skin Care   Skin Care It is important to keep our hands clean. Clean hands help me stay healthy! I can keep my hands clean with hand sanitizer. I can keep my hands clean by washing with soap

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Individuals with Down Syndrome Video

Author: Joseph Pereira - Harvard Medical School, MassGeneral Hospital for Children

The video below was narrated and presented by Joseph Pereira, a 4th year medical student at Harvard Medical School, as part of his work with the MGH Down Syndrome Program . He shares information about

Supporting Parents as Sexuality Educators for Individuals with Intellectual Disability

Author: Frank & Sandman - Sexuality and Disability (2019)

Abstract All individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) have the right to develop and express sexuality in an emotionally satisfying and socially appropriate manner. Questions

Today & Tomorrow: A Guide to Aging with Down Syndrome

Author: Canadian Down Syndrome Society - Resource

The resource linked below is a guidebook on aging from the Canadian Down Syndrome Society. While some of the information and recommendations are specific to Canada, the resource contains helpful infor

Down Syndrome and Mental Health

Author: Down Syndrome Australia - Resource

The resource found at the link below is an 11-page summary for individuals with Down syndrome and their families on promoting and maintaining good mental health. Dr. Chicoine and Dr. McGuire's

Going to Get My Sleep Mask

Author: Children's Hospital of Wisconsin

This is a visual explanation of the process of getting a sleep mask.

Going for a Sleep Study

Author: Children's Hospital of Wisconsin

This is a visual explanation of the process of getting a sleep study done.

Healthy Eating Visual

Author: Adult Down Syndrome Center

This is a visual to encourage healthy eating habits.

Healthy Food and Drink Choices Handout

Author: Adult Down Syndrome Center

This is a visual support based on the Healthy Choices video featuring Molly and Peter.

Healthy Eating at Buffets Handout

Author: Adult Down Syndrome Center

This is a visual support based on the Healthy Eating at Buffets video featuring Tyler and Carly.

Serving Sizes Visual

Author: Adult Down Syndrome Center - Visual

Serving Sizes   Serving Sizes A serving is an amount of food and tells us how much to eat. It is healthy to eat many different foods and to eat the right serving size! Proteins are foods like

Visuals About the Food Groups

Author: Adult Down Syndrome Center - Visuals

Eating a variety of foods helps us stay healthy! The visuals below explain 4 types of foods:  Fruits and vegetables Grains Protein Dairy   Fruits and vegetables   G

Private vs. Public Visual

Author: Adult Down Syndrome Center - Visual

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 Visual

Author: Adult Down Syndrome Center - Visual

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&#

Affordable Sensory Equipment

Author: Katie Frank, PhD, OTR/L

In this handout, our occupational therapist provides recommendations for affordable sensory equipment .

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