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Excelling in Life with Down Syndrome (Hardcover)
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Excelling in Life with Down Syndrome (Hardcover)
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Life expectancy for adults with Down syndrome has dramatically
increased over the last 100 years. Many people with Down syndrome
are now living into their 60's and 70's. Further, there has been a
marked social shift in people with Down syndrome no longer living
in large impersonal institutions but now living in the community,
often within their family homes or independently. Children are
becoming literate and adolescents are acquiring professions and
hobbies. This integration into society results in a higher quality
of life. Many previously published textbooks have reviewed the
medical and psychological conditions associated with Down syndrome.
This book aims to highlight the more positive aspects of the life
of people with Down syndrome. Fruitful examples, such as the
Special Olympics, camping, arts, digital literacy and citizenship
actions are included. The book presents early childhood
interventions, transition of children to adults, experience with
PALS programs, the role of positive behaviour support and
self-directed support, and finally optimal aging. The aim of this
book is primarily to educate families, carers and professionals
that people with Down syndrome can achieve excellent well-being in
physical, mental and spiritual domains. One's ability to maximise
their own well-being is a human right which also reduces risks and
costs associated with mental illness. We hope this book highlights
the importance for children and adults with Down syndrome to be
seen as valued citizens of their community and allows their voices
to be heard.
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