Oxford Handbook of Down Syndrome and Development
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Author Description
The Chapter Traces Some Key Historical Developments In The Field Of Down Syndrome. After Describing General Issues Of Classification In Intellectual Disabilities, We Describe Langdon Down's Identification Of The Syndrome In The 1860s; The Movement To Name The Syndrome After Down; The Identification Of Trisomy 21 As The Syndrome's Cause; And The Beginnings Of Sustained Research Attention To The Syndrome. We End With A Glimpse Into The Future, Discussing Issues Of Longer Life Spans, More Integrated Lives, And The Roles Of Families, Organizations, And Self-advocates. Working Together, Researchers, Practitioners, And Individuals And Their Families Can All Continue To Advance The Lives Of Persons With Down Syndrome-- Provided By Publisher.
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THE THESIS
This handbook investigates the multifaceted developmental trajectories and clinical considerations associated with Down syndrome across the lifespan. Edited by leading experts Leonard Abbeduto, Jacob A. Burack, and Jamie Edgin, the text synthesizes current research from psychology, genetics, and clinical practice. It provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the cognitive, behavioral, and social development of individuals with Trisomy 21, while addressing the systemic challenges faced by practitioners and families.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Historical analysis of the identification and classification of Down syndrome
- Research-based insights into cognitive and behavioral development
- Discussion on long-term health outcomes and life span considerations
- Examination of the roles of families, advocacy organizations, and self-advocates
Scope Limits
- Does not serve as a clinical diagnostic manual for individual patient care
- Focuses primarily on developmental and psychological research rather than acute surgical or pharmacological intervention protocols
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this volume as a foundational reference for researchers and clinicians working within the field of intellectual disabilities. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which is designed for professionals seeking a rigorous overview of current scientific literature.
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Publication Date:
2022-01-01
Publisher:
New York, Ny : Oxford University Press, [2022]
ISBN-10:
0190645466
ISBN-13:
9780190645465
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