In Ukraine, children with Down syndrome are often sent to adult institutions. Dec. 26, 2011 -- Tucked away behind the white walls of an orphanage in the eastern Ukrainian city of Donetsk, Kareen had ...

According to Lindsey, a mom of three, that instinct to protect and comfort his sister hasn’t faded with time. Instead, it ...

Ashley Engele writes an essay to her former self about what to expect. Ashley Engele and her family announce she is pregnant with their third child. Ashley Engele — -- Editor's note: Recently, ...

A University of Arizona psychologist has a hunch that napping might not be so good for some children with Down syndrome. Sorry, moms. Jamie Edgin, an assistant ...

Her pediatrician noticed something was off when Jurnee Locklear came in for a checkup at 3 years old, her mother said. The toddler was born with Down syndrome, a genetic condition caused by having an ...

The new autistic Barbie joins an existing line of diverse dolls, including those with Down syndrome, diabetes and more. See ...

With early intervention, multidisciplinary therapy and training, children with special needs can mainstream themselves, says ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - As families and schools gathered on Friday to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day, some parents of children with Down Syndrome said they are keeping a close eye on President ...

The study links genetic and regulatory changes to increased erythrocyte production and leukemia risk while also identifying oxidative stress as a key factor in these abnormalities. Study: Single-cell ...

When the curtain goes up on “Christmas This Year,” an annual holiday variety show featuring performers born with Down syndrome, it will mark the 10 th year of an adventure that has blossomed from a ...