In 2020 the New Zealand Down Syndrome Association's (NZDSA) leadership and advisory group for people with Down syndrome, known as STRIVE, decided to conduct research to understand how people with […]
This presentation is aimed at parents of young people with Down syndrome, focusing on the profound impact of speech-language therapy in enhancing their child's quality of life. The presentation will […]
Numicon and other approaches have provided schools and families with tools to make the understanding and use of maths accessible. The results are exciting and provide a justification for the […]
When democracy was first getting started, only men with property could vote. these days, in most parts of the world, everyone over the age of 18 can have a say […]
It's crucial to consider how children and young people develop their ability to express themselves through spoken, visual, and written language. Teachers and families can aid in this development by […]
It is commonly known that ‘early intervention’ is key in ensuring the best possible outcomes for children with Down syndrome. And while access to a comprehensive team of therapists to […]
Two of the most common, yet challenging, questions that Dr Skotko is asked by caregivers: (1) How can you prevent Alzheimer’s disease in people with Down syndrome? and (2) How […]
The World Health Organization (WHO) recognises breastfeeding as a critical component of infant health and feeding, and this offers numerous benefits to babies, including those with Down syndrome (World Health […]
Gabrielle: ''What do you see when you look at me?" "I bet you see my disability. yet when I look at you I'm not looking for your disability because everyone […]
Music therapy has been transforming the lives of disabled people and those with mental health conditions in Aotearoa for 50 years this year. To mark the occasion, Registered Music Therapists […]