Pelvic Exam Social Story
The social story linked below is provided by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training Collaborative…
Kim WarrenJune 7, 2023
Common Symptoms Associated with Menstruation (Periods)
For many women, symptoms associated with periods are mild or come and go. Symptoms associated…
PMS and PMDD in Women with Down Syndrome
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) are psychological and physical symptoms which are…
Rigsby RigsbyJune 1, 2022
Menopause in Women with Down Syndrome
Menopause is the point in a woman’s life when she no longer has menstrual cycles.</iframSource:…
Rigsby RigsbyJune 1, 2022
Menstrual Hygiene
One topic that comes up frequently at the Adult Down Syndrome Center is menstrual hygiene.…
Rigsby RigsbyMarch 8, 2022
Story About When to Change My Menstrual Hygiene Product
This visual explains that women need to change their pad/ menstrual hygiene product throughout the…
Rigsby RigsbyFebruary 25, 2022
Story About How to Change My Pad
This visual explains how to change a pad when a woman has her period.Source: Katie…
Rigsby RigsbyFebruary 24, 2022
Dysgerminomas in Women with Down Syndrome
We received a request for information on dysgerminomas in women with Down syndrome. Dysgerminomas are…
Capetivate capetivateSeptember 28, 2021
Effect of Menopause on Cognition in Women with Down Syndrome?
What is the effect of menopause on cognition in women with Down syndrome? Menopause, defined…
Capetivate capetivateJuly 12, 2021
Depo-provera
We recently received a question about the use of Depo-Provera. Depo-Provera is an injection of…
Capetivate capetivateJuly 9, 2021