Special Needs and Bullying Support Guide
Bullying can happen to any child, but children with special needs are at an increased…
Kim WarrenMarch 14, 2024
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Individuals with Down Syndrome Video
This video was narrated and presented by Joseph Pereira, a 4th year medical student at…
ADHD and Down Syndrome: Medical and Psychosocial Considerations
Dr. Palumbo and Clorinda Cottrell discuss Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in individuals with Down syndrome.Source: Michelle…
Rigsby RigsbyOctober 3, 2022
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Medications, Atomoxetine
Question: Is Atomoxetine recommended for teenagers with DS? Is there any medical evidence for cognition…
Capetivate capetivateMay 19, 2022
Pharmacotherapy of Down Syndrome
This article reviews the literature on the pharmacotherapy of psychiatric conditions co-occurring with DS, including…
Rigsby RigsbyApril 15, 2022
Prevalence of Mental Health Conditions Among 6078 Individuals With Down Syndrome in the U.S.
Findings from a recent study of the largest documented cohort of individuals with Down syndrome…
Rigsby RigsbyMarch 29, 2022
Overcoming Sleep Apnea
The video below is a recording of a presentation from the Adult Down Syndrome Center's…
Capetivate capetivateAugust 4, 2021
Down Syndrome Podcast Series for Parents, Educators and Medical Professionals
The link below goes to a list of podcasts hosted by Kishore Vellody, MD, medical…
Capetivate capetivateJuly 9, 2021
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD)
There can be many reasons that might cause challenging behaviors in people with Down syndrome…
Capetivate capetivateJuly 2, 2021
Beyond Down Syndrome
This interactive session will address the unique challenges associated with a dual diagnosis of Down…
Capetivate capetivateMarch 16, 2021