Teenagers with Down syndrome experience many of the same emotional and hormonal changes as their peers. Their teenage years can also offer the opportunity to expand their functional and social skills.

Medically reviewed by Nicholas R. Metrus, MD Key Takeaways Mosaic Down syndrome has some cells with three copies of chromosome 21, and some with two instead of all three.Only about 1% to 2% of people ...

Down syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21. Along with causing intellectual disability and physical health issues, this condition may make a person more prone to ...

Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) and Down syndrome are both conditions that are present at birth. While they both affect facial appearance, development, and physical health, they have different causes.

Emma McLean is a 6-year-old girl who loves Taylor Swift, reading books, playing the drums and hanging with her little sister. While Emma has Down syndrome — specifically a rare type called Mosaic Down ...

At the age of 23, a mom has discovered a condition she's lived with her entire life without realizing, and the reason why she conceived three babies with Down Syndrome. Mom-of-three, Ashley Zambelli ...