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Down Syndrome
Social, Behavioural and Communication factors
| Are behavioural challenges inherent in individuals with Down Syndrome? | No. Behavioural challenges often occur when an individuals environment exceeds their expressive and receptive abilities. |
| Is Routine important ? | Yes. Individuals have a strong preference for routine and predictability. Disruptions to routine may cause distress or behavioural outbursts |
| Why might individuals with Down Syndrome display non-compliance or stubborn behaviour? | Non-compliance may occur as a way to assert independence or communicate frustration when they struggle to express their needs. |
| Social personality traits commonly observed in individuals with Down Syndrome | Individuals have a desire for social interactions, friendliness, affection, empathy. |
| How can language delays influence social behaviour in individuals with Down Syndrome? | Language delays and slower cognitive processing can lead to frustration, reduced attention, or anxiety, particularly in unfamiliar or demanding environments. |
| How does emotional sensitivity affect individuals with Down Syndrome? | Many individuals are emotionally sensitive and can be strongly affected by the emotions of people around them such as their friends or family. |
| What behavioural challenges related to attention are common with Down Syndrome? | Short attention spans and impulsive behaviour are common behavioural challenges. |
| Why can transitioning between environment or activities be challenging ? | Transitioning can be challenging due to a preference for routine and difficulties adjusting to change. |
| What mental health conditions may occur in individuals with Down Syndrome? | Depression, anxiety, or obsessive-compulsive behaviours. |
| How can Down Syndrome affect peer interaction in children? | Children are often social but can struggle interacting with others. |
| What types of activities support social development in individuals with Down Syndrome? | Group activities such as sports, music, or dance. |
| Social goals adults with Down Syndrome often have. | Adults often seek independence, friendships, and sometimes intimate relationships. |
| When communicating, individuals with down syndrome often understand information well (receptive language), but they can struggle with what ? | Speaking (Expressive language) |
| This physical factor can make speech more difficult. | Low Muscle tone (Oral-motor hypotonia) |
| Common speech and language challenges. | Delayed speech development, difficulty with complex grammar. |
| Non Verbal forms of communicating include. | Gestures, facial expressions, body language. |
| Slow Auditory Processing means individuals require _______ | More time to process and respond to information. |
| Effective teaching strategies can include | Breaking lessons into smaller segments, using short simple sentences, using visuals aids. |
| Repetition helps individuals to ______ | Learn, retain, and develop new skills. |
| Modelling is an effective teaching strategy that uses what ? | Visual aids and physical demonstrations help students understand and retain information. |