Down Syndrome

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Visions for the 21st Century

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Down Syndrome: Visions for the 21st Century offers a comprehensive and current exploration of the various clinical, educational, developmental, and psychosocial issues related to Down syndrome. It addresses self-determination, advocacy, family roles, health care, education, communication, and inclusion. The book also discusses the latest research developments, including insights from the Human Genome Project and chromosome 21 sequencing. Featuring ten detailed chapters, it aims to support individuals with Down syndrome to achieve their potential in community life.
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Essential reading for parents, family members, individuals with Down syndrome, advocates, educators, physicians, and professionals seeking up-to-date knowledge and best practices in care, education, and advocacy related to Down syndrome.

Over 350,000 families in United States alone are affected by Down syndrome. This book provides a comprehensive treatment of the issues of self determination, education, and advocacy, as well as the research developments. It addresses the needs of family members, caregivers, and professionals alike.

Description

More than 350,000 individuals in the United States alone are affected by Down syndrome, a genetic disorder related to the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 21. Down Syndrome: Visions for the 21st Century is designed to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date treatment of the current issues of self-determination, education, and advocacy, as well as the most recent research developments.

Providing a comprehensive survey of the clinical, educational, developmental, psychosocial, and transitional issues relevant to people with Down syndrome, the book is structured to meet the needs of parents and professionals alike.

The controversial topics of alternative and nonconventional therapies are included alongside the best practices of top experts in the fields of family support, supported living, and life in the community. Down Syndrome incorporates the newest developments concerning issues of sexuality, inclusion, transition into adulthood, and legislation and features a discussion of the implications of the Human Genome Project and the sequencing of chromosome 21.

The book comprises ten chapters covering:

Self-Determination
Self-Advocacy
Advocacy
Role of the Family
Health and Clinical Care
Research
Psychosocial Issues
Education/Inclusion
Communication, Math, and Language Skills
Turning the Vision into Reality

Down Syndrome: Visions for the 21st Century assumes the stated mission of the National Down Syndrome Society: to ensure that all individuals with Down syndrome are provided the opportunity to achieve their potential in community life.

Parents, family members, individuals with Down syndrome, advocates, educators, and physicians will benefit from this peerless guide.

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Praised as a valuable and extensive resource, reviewers highlight the book's broad and pertinent coverage of issues affecting individuals with Down syndrome and their families. The American Journal of Medical Genetics describes it as a comprehensive collection across disciplines, while the Journal of Genetic Counseling finds it relevant and worthwhile for families, medical staff, educators, and researchers. The book is noted for its optimistic perspective and practical approach by the International Journal of Adolescent Medical Health.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780471418153

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 15 August 2002

Country: United States

Imprint: Wiley-Liss Inc.,U.S.

Illustration: Tables: 10 B&W, 0 Color

Contributors:

Edited by Lynn Nadel
Edited by William I. Cohen
Edited by Myra E. Madnick
Edited by Lynn Nadel

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 27.0mm

Width: 158.0mm

Height: 231.0mm

Weight: 662g

Pages: 496

Collections

Education & Reference Health & Wellness Non-Fiction Self-Help & Personal Development

About the Author

William I. Cohen is the editor of Down Syndrome: Visions for the 21st Century, published by Wiley.

Lynn Nadel is the Regents' Professor of psychology at the University of Arizona. Nadel specializes in memory, and has investigated the role of the hippocampus in memory formation.

Myra E. Madnick is the editor of Down Syndrome: Visions for the 21st Century, published by Wiley.