The families' perspective: raising a child or young adult with Down Syndrome

Down syndrome (referenced in USA) or Down's syndrome throughout the world, the most common genetic birth defect is a chromosomal anomaly. It affects all races and economic levels equally throughout the world. It has only been over the past twenty years that significant advances in human genetics have compounded a move toward the future needs and potential of children and young adults with Down syndrome. Henceforth, individuals with Down syndrome can now be seen more within the confines of their neighboring schools, homes and communities. [Continues.]