Interesting Facts
- Down's syndrome is not related to ethnicity, nationality, religion or socio-economic status
- Life expectancy for individuals with Down's syndrome has increased from 25 years to 60 years of age
- Many people with Down's syndrome live successful and fulfilling lives with support and often have work in different places with different levels of support
- Down's syndrome is the most commonly occurring chromosomal phenomena
- Every person with Down's syndrome is a unique individual
- All people with Down's syndrome experience cognitive delays, but the effect is usually mild to moderate and is not indicative of the many strengths and talents that each individual possesses
- Individuals with Down's syndrome benefit from loving homes, early intervention, inclusive education, appropriate medical care and positive public attitudes
- Eighty percent of children born with Down's syndrome are born to women younger than 35 years old
- The societal trend for people with Down's syndrome is full inclusion in the social and educational life of the community