Transitions, Fear and Anxiety
Transitions can be challenging – Are we heading towards something we would prefer not to?…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 20, 2021
Travel Considerations for People with Down Syndrome [COVID-19]
We have received several questions about recommendations on travel for people with Down syndrome, in…
Tips for Successful Blood Draws
Do you or does a family member or friend with Down syndrome dread getting blood…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 20, 2021
Today & Tomorrow: A Guide to Aging with Down Syndrome
The resource linked is a guidebook on aging from the Canadian Down Syndrome Society. While…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 20, 2021
Cervical Subluxation, Atlanto-Axial Instability
Question: 9 years ago, my daughter had a C1/C2 traction, fusion and eventually anterior decompression…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 19, 2021
The Ups and Downs of Social Sensitivity
he video below is a recording of a presentation from the Adult Down Syndrome Center's…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 19, 2021
Thyroid, Weight and Metabolism
We were sent a question about thyroid, weight, and metabolism in people with Down syndrome.…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 19, 2021
Tips for Going Up and Down Stairs Safely
Going up and down stairs can be challenging for some people with Down syndrome. Aging,…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 19, 2021
Swallowing Issues
Swallowing problems are fairly common in people with Down syndrome. Some are “behavioral.” This is…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 18, 2021
Testicular Cancer
While many solid tumor cancers are less common in people with Down syndrome compared to…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 18, 2021