Ibunya Harits, Berikut artikel tentang down syndrome (mongoloid), kalau ibu tahu istilah kedokterannya untuk jantung bocor mungkin bisa saya carikan artikelnya, karena kelainan jantung adalah salah satu ciri dari down syndrome. What is Down syndrome? DS is a chromosomal anomaly that occurs in 1.3 per 1,000 births. It is, however, more common among children born to women who are over age 35. For some unexplained reason, an error in cell development results in 47 chromosomes, rather than the usual 46, and the extra gene material slightly changes the orderly development of the body and brain. About 5,000 babies with Down syndrome are born in the United States every year; the national population of individuals with DS is estimated to be 250,000. Babies with the disorder are more like typically developing infants than they are different. And as they grow up, you'll find there is great diversity within the population in terms of personality, learning styles, intelligence, appearance, compliance, humor, compassion, congeniality, and attitude. What are the characteristics of Down syndrome? Children with DS look more like their families than they do one another. They have a full complement of emotions and attitudes, are creative and imaginative in play and pranks, and grow up to live independent lives with varying degrees of support and accommodations needed. Down syndrome will not be the most interesting thing about your son or daughter. Remember that raising any child fills your life with unimaginable delight and difficulties. We can no longer predict how far our children will go. Children with DS benefit from the same care, attention, and inclusion in community life that help every child grow. As with all children, quality education in neighborhood schools and preschools or at home is important to provide your child the opportunities that are needed to develop strong academic skills. On standard IQ tests, children with Down syndrome most often score in the mild to moderate range of mental retardation. But these tests don't measure many important areas of intelligence, and you'll be surprised by your child's memory, insight, creativity, and cleverness. And unfortunately, the high rate of learning disabilities in students with Down syndrome may mask a range of abilities and talents. Although children with DS are early customers for extensive health evaluations and other professional intervention, it's important to keep in mind that every child deserves to be surrounded by people who love, respect, and admire all children. Individuals with DS may be identified by numerous physical attributes, which may or may not present themselves in any one individual. Some characteristics include: • Beautiful almond shaped eyes, with striking Brushfield's spots (small, white, and crescent-shaped) on the irises • A single palmar crease on one or both hands • Small features • Exceptional social intelligence • A high rate of congenital heart defects (35 to 50 percent) — your child should have an echocardiogram within the first two months of life. National organizations provide medical checklists for individuals with Down syndrome that you may wish to pass on to your child's physician. Are there different varieties of the disorder? There are three major types of Down syndrome. Your baby is most likely to have Trisomy 21 — the presence of extra genetic material on the 21st pair of chromosomes resulting from an anomaly in cell division during development of the egg or sperm or during fertilization. About 95 percent of people with DS have Trisomy 21. About 4 percent have Translocation, in which the extra chromosome 21 broke off and became attached to another one. About 1 percent have Mosaicism, where only some cells have Trisomy 21. What will life be like for a child growing up with Down syndrome? Your child will have more opportunities than a child born with DS even five years ago. Young people with DS have shown they can excel in areas never thought possible. But in order to do this, they need the understanding and support of their communities. And as they integrate into mainstream programs, doors continue to open. We've already seen a TV series, "Life Goes On" — which starred a talented actor and actress with Down syndrome — enlighten the general public about the potential of all our children. Two young men with DS have written a book, Count Us In: Growing Up with Down Syndrome, and impressed audiences across the country at book signings and on talk shows. A fast-paced mystery, Honor Thy Son, by Lou Shaw, features two characters with Down syndrome who are faithfully portrayed as multi-dimensional young adults. And a young man with the disorder was the winner of the 1996 Best Actor honor at Cannes. Thousands of young people with DS across the country are quietly going on with their lives without fame or fanfare and are transforming their communities just by being there. They have dreams and the determination to reach their goals. They learn in regular classrooms in their neighborhood schools with the children who will one day be their co-workers, neighbors, and adult friends. Young adults hold diverse and meaningful jobs, maintain their own households, and make significant contributions to their communities every day. Should I do anything different to prepare for my baby's birth? Try to get some rest. You're allowed to feel however you feel, and so are others who love you and your baby. Childbirth is hard work; many of your emotions stem from a new life coming into your family. You deserve congratulations and wonderful gifts. Have the good cooks among your family and friends bring over their best meals. Take time to welcome and enjoy your baby — they grow up fast. --- putri lestari <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Keponakan saya 1 bulan, didiagnosa mengidap kelainan > jantung (bocor), dan diduga mongoloid. Mohon rekan > yang mempunyai pengalaman atau artikeltentang > mongoloid dan jantung bocor bisa berbagi... > Terimakasih. > > Ibunya Harits __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/ >> www.jajak.com >> Pilih jawabannya dan rebut hadiahnya << >> Kirim bunga ke-20 kota di Indonesia? Klik, http://www.indokado.com >> Info balita, http://www.balita-anda.indoglobal.com Etika berinternet, email ke: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Stop berlangganan, e-mail ke: [EMAIL PROTECTED]