The Down's Syndrome Handbook

The Practical Handbook for Parents and Carers

Downs Syndrome Association, Dr Richard Newton

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Vermilion
15 April 2004

Popular medicine & health; Coping with disability; Advice on parenting

A comprehensive guide written in association with the Down's Syndrome Association

Combining medical knowledge with sympathetic common sense, this completely updated comprehensive handbook offers help and advice to all parents and carers of children with Down's syndrome, and shows them how to help their children flourish and reach their full potential. Written in association with the Down's Syndrome Association, this book goes beyond the average introduction to Down's syndrome and addresses the questions, practical or otherwise, that parents will often find themselves asking, and also offers information and advice on a wide variety of

related issues, including---current medical knowledge about the condition--advice on the special care of babies and young children--education and training--emotional and sexual development--integration into society

By: Downs Syndrome Association, Dr Richard Newton
Imprint: Vermilion
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 135mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 179g
ISBN: 9780091884307
ISBN 10: 0091884306
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 15 April 2004
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Dr Richard Newton is Director of Clinical Services at the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital. He has a son with Down's syndrome.