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  2. Down syndrome - Wikipedia

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    Down syndrome or Down's syndrome, also known as trisomy 21, is a genetic disorder caused by the presence of all or part of a third copy of chromosome 21. [3] It is usually associated with developmental delays, mild to moderate intellectual disability, and characteristic physical features. [1] [12] There are three types of Down syndrome, the ...

  3. Everything you need to know about Down syndrome - AOL

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    Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that often results in distinct physical differences and intellectual disability. According to the Centers for Disease Control, each year about 6,000 babies are ...

  4. Sundowning - Wikipedia

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    Sundowning, or sundown syndrome, [1] is a neurological phenomenon associated with increased confusion and restlessness in people with delirium or some form of dementia. It is most commonly associated with Alzheimer's disease but is also found in those with other forms of dementia.

  5. Siblings challenge stereotypes about Down syndrome with ... - AOL

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    March 21 (3/21) is World Down Syndrome Day, chosen because people with Down Syndrome have three copies of the 21st chromosome instead of the usual two. "Gabe lives his life to the fullest," Nick ...

  6. Genetics of Down syndrome - Wikipedia

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    Genetics of Down syndrome. Down syndrome is a chromosomal abnormality characterized by the presence of an extra copy of genetic material on chromosome 21, either in whole ( trisomy 21) or part (such as due to translocations ). The effects of the extra copy varies greatly from individual to individual, depending on the extent of the extra copy ...

  7. Intellectual disability - Wikipedia

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    Intellectual disability ( ID ), also known as general learning disability (in the United Kingdom [3]) and formerly mental retardation (in the United States [4] ), [5] [6] is a generalized neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by significant impairment in intellectual and adaptive functioning that is first apparent during childhood.

  8. Robertsonian translocation - Wikipedia

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    Robertsonian translocation ( ROB) is a chromosomal abnormality where the entire long arms of two different chromosomes become fused to each other. It is the most common form of chromosomal translocation in humans, affecting 1 out of every 1,000 babies born. [1] It does not usually cause medical problems, though some people may produce gametes ...

  9. Mom pens compassionate letter after son with Down syndrome ...

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    So she took to social media to share how hurtful the other parent's snub was. "The only reason why you decided it was OK to not invite my son to your child's birthday party is because he has Down ...