Rene is on FaceBook!! www.facebook.com/upsyndrome WATCH IT ON THE DOCUMENTARY CHAN, MON, DEC 13TH 2010 @ 2:00AM CENTRAL! DISH NETWORK CH 197 AND DIRECTV CHAN 263…PLAY INSTANTLY ON NETFLIX NOW!! ADD TO YOUR QUEUE HERE: www.netflix.com …FULL LENGTH DVD AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT www.trisomyfilms.com PART 1 OF 2. © 2000. UP SYNDROME won the Grand Prize at director Kevin “Clerks” Smith’s Movies Askew contest in 2006 and screened at the Slamdance Film Festival 2001. This is a shortened version of a longer 82-minute film titled UP SYNDROME, which is a multi-award-winning documentary that has garnered international acclaim as one of the most honest portrayals of Down’s Syndrome ever committed to film. Synopsis: “University of Texas student Duane Graves chronicles his charismatic childhood chum Rene Moreno, a San Antonio native with Down Syndrome, in this playful, stirring, remarkably unique portrait documentary.” Look for their other short works on their YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/dignan00 or visit www.greeksproductions.com for more information! TAGS: down’s syndrome down view askew san antonio texas alamo spurs pee wee herman kevin smith clerks award corky life goes on

Scientists have known for some time that Down Syndrome, the most common chromosomal abnormality, is caused by an additional chromosome #21. However, new fetal stem cell research is demonstrating that it is not only the presence of this additional chromosome, but also what the genes are missing, that may impede the development of a Down Syndrome brain.All 50 Secrets of the Sequence videos have an accompanying classroom-tested lesson that encourages students to further explore the video topics. Each lesson includes background information, state and national science standards, discussion questions and answers, teacher notes and an activity that will ensure a hands-on, “minds-on” experience. To see lessons for this series, visit www.pubinfo.vcu.edu
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Question by Magick: Do you think Seth MacFarlane went too far with the “Down’s Syndrome” joke?
Simple question, hopefully with some simple and respectful answers. Leaving Sarah Palin out of it, do you think the recent episode (Valentine’s day to be exact) of Family Guy went too far with its making fun of a Down’s Syndrome girl?

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Answer by Adam
I think it was funny. Not because I’m intolerant, but many people are, so it appeals to a wide audience. I liked it…

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Question by ROYA R: “Down’s Syndrome-Prices Down!” campaign.?
Do you know what does “Down’s Syndrome”mean, in this paragraph? Willard Down’s used-car lot shimmers on the corner of Gurie Street, looking faded since he cancelled his”Down’s Syndrome-Prices Down!” campaign.
Would you please translate each word: “down” and “syndrom”(in English)
thank you

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Answer by just a girl
Seems that he is saying his business had Downs Syndrome because his prices were down. Not Downs Syndrome as you and I know it, but as in prices are down. It is stupid and I bet pissed a lot of people off!

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Question by Derek R the East-Coast Élitist: Is Palin mainly upset over Family Guy because it’s making her feel bad about not aborting her “Down’s baby”?
By the way, by saying “Down’s baby”, I’m only using her own words.

http://www.vanityfair.com/online/wolcott/2009/09/who-knew-sarah-palin-was.html

“After Tripp was born, Sarah would pay more attention to our son than she would to her own baby, Trig. Sarah has a weird sense of humor. When she came home from work, Bristol and I would be holding Trig and Tripp. Sarah would call Trig–who was born with Down syndrome–”my little Down’s baby.” But I couldn’t believe it when she would come over and sometimes say, playing around, “No, I don’t want the retarded baby–I want the other one,” and pick up Tripp. That was just her–even her kids were used to it.”

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Answer by Rude Ahole
I can’t wait until the Obama daughter go slutting around DC. All you stupid liberals will calling foul.

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Question by Fred: Should everybody in the USA be treated exactly Equal, like those with “Downs Syndrome” ETC.?
There is a difference in “people”, but why not “Affirmative Action” for all, blind people should be airline pilots, deaf people should be 9-1-1 operators, paraplegics should be firefighters, midgets should be in the NBA, and on and on. Why did they stop with just blacks and women getting special treatment? This is not a “rant” and I will be attacked for grammar errors, that is all they got a “Kill the Messenger” thing. And cry-baby to Yahoo…”Fred said the truth, he made me feel bad”…..XOXOXOXOXOXO Fred
Equal opportunity, yes. Equal results, no way should special treatment should play a part.

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Answer by **inkee**
i think that there should be equal opportunity for all, but think of it, how intellectual, intellgent, or athletic all the others are? my brother has downs syndrome and although i do wish that when he ghets older he can do well for himself but i wouldnt want him to do so while putting others in harms way (pilot for example)

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‘Kids Like These’ – DOWN’S SYNDROME What is it? Down’s syndrome (also called Down syndrome) is a genetic condition known as trisomy, where a person inherits an extra copy of one chromosome. People with the syndrome have three copies of chromosome 21 rather than two. This additional genetic material changes the finely tuned balance of the body and results in characteristic physical and intellectual features. It’s not known why this abnormality occurs, but it affects around one in 1000 babies born in the UK – about 750 babies a year – and is the most common cause of learning disability. Different types There are three types of Down’s syndrome: Regular trisomy 21 – all the cells have an extra chromosome 21. Around 94 per cent of people with Down’s syndrome have this type. Translocation – the extra chromosome 21 material is attached to another chromosome and one of the parents may carry the translocated chromosome without any signs of the condition themselves. This accounts for around 4 per cent of cases. Mosaic – only some of the cells have an extra chromosome 21. Around two per cent of people with Down’s have this type, which tends to result in milder features. What are the symptoms? People with Down’s syndrome tend to look different they typically have a flat facial profile and eyes that slant upwards. Other facial features include smaller ears, a flat back of the head and protruding tongue. People with the syndrome also tend to be shorter than average with poor muscle …

World Down Syndrome Day – 21st March 2010 (from Down Syndrome NSW: www.dsansw.org.au)
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Question by OrangeCat: What can Downs people do at 21 besides “dribble” and “play clappa cake”?
This British lady on Youtube seems to know everything about people she calls “mentally retarded”.

She goes and writes on this YouTube video about a baby with Downs Syndrome, “but will it still be cute when she is 21 and still dribbling and playing clappa cake.”

She says I base my info about people with Downs soley on YouTube videos.

But I happen to know of at least one 23 year old women with Downs who can play T-ball.

(No, Julie, I’m not trying to be mean, just outraged)

Best answer:

Answer by naenae
I have met a few older downs syndrome people and they can do a lot more then dribble.

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Robert Green Names Down’s Syndrome Association’s Chief Executive’s complicity in Hollie Greig cover-up…..
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Song: Era – Hymne Down syndrome, Down’s syndrome, or trisomy 21 is a chromosomal disorder caused by the presence of all or part of an extra 21st chromosome. It is named after John Langdon Down, the British doctor who described the syndrome in 1866. The disorder was identified as a chromosome 21 trisomy by Jérôme Lejeune in 1959. The condition is characterized by a combination of major and minor differences in structure. Often Down syndrome is associated with some impairment of cognitive ability and physical growth as well as facial appearance. Down syndrome can be identified during pregnancy or at birth. Pictures: Google & Yahoo Informations: Wikipedia & www.nlm.nih.gov
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this song is from Family Guy, i do not own this, all rights go to FOX and Family Guy’s creators. ——————————————————— ALSO, for those who were asking, this was from the episode “Extra Large Medium” (Seasons 8, Episode 12)
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Question by Lucy: Parents of children with Down’s syndrome!!! I need major help!!!?
Hey,
I have a biology project to do and I need your help.
For the project we have egg babies and each of our babies has a disease/syndrome/disorder/ETC. anyway, mine has Down’s syndrome. We have to make baby books, journals, keep the egg baby alive (he’s still kickin’) and lastly make a presentation on our—in my case, syndrome. In parent to parent style.
So far I think I’m doing a good job.
But I have a question that google can’t seem to answer. :C
Do Down’s syndrome people have to take medication?
Which are the best? I would like to recommend to my “parent audience” a good medication.
If you could please tell me the name of the medication and what it does.
Also if you wouldn’t mind, pretend I just had a baby that was diagnosed with Down’s syndrome. What would you be sure to tell me?
Thank you soooo much!!!

and, i really don’t hurt anyone’s feelings but I want a name for my presentation is “Down With the Syndrome” offensive?

please be honest, and if it is i’m really sorry i didn’t mean for it to be offensive.

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Answer by TW
I think sticking with just down syndrome for your presentation name will keep anyone from being offended as the title you have chose could be considered offensive to some.

I don’t have a child with down syndrome, but I do have a sister and have done many presentations on down syndrome. There is not a specific medicine for Down Syndrome. It is a disorder not a disease. Some children with Downs may have other conditions that require medication, such as a heart condition. There is some new studies that suggest that ginkgo and prozac combined can help improve memory skills in Downs patients. I would suggest doing a little more research on Down Syndrome and be better informed. That is what a parent would do with a child that is diagnosed. I have included some websites that will help you with your research.

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