International Review of Research in Mental Retardation

Health Issues Among Persons with Down Syndrome

Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Medical, Specialties, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Psychology, Cognitive Psychology
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Author: Richard Urbano ISBN: 9780080922683
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publication: October 14, 2010
Imprint: Academic Press Language: English
Author: Richard Urbano
ISBN: 9780080922683
Publisher: Elsevier Science
Publication: October 14, 2010
Imprint: Academic Press
Language: English

International Review of Research in Developmental Disabilities is an ongoing scholarly look at research into the causes, effects, classification systems, syndromes, etc. of mental retardation. This thematic volume, "Health Issues in Down Syndrome," will cover health issues for individuals across the life span. With the life expectancy of individuals now reaching 60 years or more, it has transformed from an acute condition with a short life span to a chronic condition that needs to be managed over a close to normal life span. The extra chromosome 21 that defines most cases of Down syndrome affects the functioning of many biological processes and organ systems. The cascade of events triggered by the extra chromosome 21 creates a complex set of medical conditions needing to managed over the life span. The ability to manage these conditions has led to an improvement in longevity and quality of life for individuals with Down syndrome.

  • Provides the most recent scholarly research in the study of health issues in Down syndrome
  • A vast range of perspectives is offered, and many topics are covered
  • An excellent resource for academic researchers
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International Review of Research in Developmental Disabilities is an ongoing scholarly look at research into the causes, effects, classification systems, syndromes, etc. of mental retardation. This thematic volume, "Health Issues in Down Syndrome," will cover health issues for individuals across the life span. With the life expectancy of individuals now reaching 60 years or more, it has transformed from an acute condition with a short life span to a chronic condition that needs to be managed over a close to normal life span. The extra chromosome 21 that defines most cases of Down syndrome affects the functioning of many biological processes and organ systems. The cascade of events triggered by the extra chromosome 21 creates a complex set of medical conditions needing to managed over the life span. The ability to manage these conditions has led to an improvement in longevity and quality of life for individuals with Down syndrome.

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