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WEBAdult Down Syndrome Center. 1610 Luther Lane. Park Ridge, IL 60068. Phone 847-318-2303. Fax 847-318-2377. Join our mailing list: Sign up to receive emails with information …

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Mental Wellness in Adults with Down Syndrome: A Guide to …

WEBThe second edition of a book on mental health of adolescents and adults with Down syndrome was published in April 2021.

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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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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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Agitated or Challenging Behavior in People with Down Syndrome …

WEBAgitated or challenging behavior can be a symptom that people with Down syndrome (DS) who have Alzheimer’s disease (AD) can have. When it occurs, careful assessment is …

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Constipation in Down Syndrome Adult Down Syndrome Center

WEBConstipation is a common problem in people with Down syndrome as well as the general population. Studies show that chronic constipation affects between 2 and 27% of the …

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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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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 Adult Down Syndrome Center

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 …

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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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Contact Us Adult Down Syndrome Center

WEBYou can expect a response within about one week of submitting. * If you are a patient of the Adult Down Syndrome Center and have a question about your care, please call the …

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Video 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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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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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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Respite Organizations and Providers Adult Down Syndrome Center

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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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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Osteoporosis and Osteopenia: Low Bone Density

WEBOsteoporosis and osteopenia are conditions where bones become more brittle and prone to breaking. Osteopenia is the less severe form and a signal to work on improving bone …

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Article on DSRD from The Washington Post Adult Down …

WEBThe Washington Post recently published an article on Down syndrome regression disorder ***. The headline and sub headline read: “A mystery illness stole …

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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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