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Resource Library Adult Down Syndrome Center

WebThe Adult Down Syndrome Center is a health care clinic in Park Ridge, Illinois, that has served the medical and psychosocial needs of over 6,000 teens and adults with Down syndrome since 1992. During the more than …

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Resources Adult Down Syndrome Center

WebCommon and Uncommon Health Conditions in Adolescents and Adults with Down Syndrome Webinar Recording (3/28/2024) Author: Brian Chicoine, MD - Medical Director, Adult Down Syndrome Center. The video below is …

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Aging and Life Expectancy Adult Down Syndrome Center

WebAging and Life Expectancy. Today, people with Down syndrome (DS) are living longer and healthier than any other time in the past. In 1900, the life expectancy of people with DS …

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Weight Management in Adults with Down Syndrome

WebThe health and wellness of the entire family or household can be promoted by participating in the recommendations included above. As we have continued to learn more, there has …

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Meet the ADSC Team Adult Down Syndrome Center

WebSchedule an Appointment. Call to schedule an appointment.*. Our patient forms must be filled out prior to an initial visit. You can expect a physical exam to be performed and a …

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How to Cope with Stress Adult Down Syndrome Center

WebThe steps below are strategies that I use with people with Down syndrome who come to our clinic that you can use, too. 1. Identify your triggers or causes of stress. Knowing what …

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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Adult Down Syndrome Center

WebGastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is also known as heartburn or reflux. GERD is common in people with Down syndrome (DS). There are a variety of things that can be …

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Regression & Down Syndrome Adult Down Syndrome Center

WebThe Regression & Down Syndrome page on the National Down Syndrome Society's website has information about Down syndrome regression disorder including symptoms, …

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Steps to Accessing Adult Services and Supports

WebThis is a checklist for families of teens and young adults with Down syndrome that is designed to help you in accessing adult services and supports in Illinois. 1) Make sure …

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Psychotherapy for Individuals with Down Syndrome

WebPsychotherapy is also called talk therapy or counseling. It can help people with a variety of mental, emotional, or behavioral concerns. The goals of psychotherapy are to: Treat …

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Mental Wellness in Adults with Down Syndrome: A Guide

WebIt's the go-to guide for parents, health practitioners, and caregivers who support teens and adults with Down syndrome. Mental Wellness emphasizes that understanding and …

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Visuals for Medical Appointments Adult Down Syndrome Center

WebTaking Charge of My Appointment is a visual that is intended to be started before the appointment, used during the appointment, and completed after the appointment. Self …

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Self-Injurious Behavior Adult Down Syndrome Center

WebSelf-injurious behavior (SIB) is behavior that an individual does that results in harm to their own body. These behaviors may include hitting oneself, striking a body part against an …

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Get to Know the ADSC Doctors Adult Down Syndrome Center

WebThe Adult Down Syndrome Center is fortunate to have three incredible physicians: Brian Chicoine, MD, Erin Dominiak, MD, and Hannah Graham, MD. We …

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Meet the Team: Dr. Hannah Graham

WebDecember 16, 2021 07:00 AM. We were thrilled to welcome Dr. Hannah Graham to the team at the Adult Down Syndrome Center in September 2021. Dr. Graham was introduced to …

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Reducing Risk of Getting Alzheimer's Disease

WebA study published in 2022 found that adults with Down syndrome and OSA had more amyloid in the brain. Amyloid is a type of protein that builds up in the brains of people …

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Osteoporosis and Osteopenia: Low Bone Density

WebOsteopenia is a value between -2.4 and -1.0. Osteoporosis is a value less than or equal to -2.5. If the DEXA scan is normal, we consider repeating the test in a few years to monitor. …

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COVID-19 Testing Sites Adult Down Syndrome Center

WebSome sites are run by state or local public health departments. Others are run by clinics, hospitals, or community organizations. Sites also may vary based on: Symptoms. Some …

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Respite Organizations and Providers

WebJewish Child and Family Services - Chicago, IL. (773) 765-3160. Group respite - once per month in Rogers Park. Voucher respite - Chicago and Northern Cook. Kreider Services - …

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Happy World Down Syndrome Day! Adult Down Syndrome Center

WebMarch 21, 2024 06:00 AM. Happy World Down Syndrome Day! Today (and every day!), we celebrate people with Down syndrome. This year's WDSD theme is "End the …

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Colon Cancer Screening for People with Down Syndrome

WebThere have been several studies that have found that colon cancer is less common in people with Down syndrome. In one of these, Hasle et al. (2016) concluded: “The risk of …

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