{"product_id":"the-guide-to-good-health-for-teens-adults-with-down-syndrome","title":"The Guide to Good Health for Teens \u0026 Adults With Down Syndrome","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs the founding directors of the Adult Down Syndrome Center at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital outside of Chicago  Drs. Chicoine and McGuire have accrued more than 50 years of combined experience treating teens and adults with Down syndrome. They shared their extensive mental health expertise in their previous book  the bestselling MENTAL WELLNESS IN ADULTS WITH DOWN SYNDROME  and now turn their attention to the physical health of teens and adults with Down syndrome The authors provide invaluable insight into what health problems are more common in their patients  and how medical issues can present differently in people with Down syndrome. In a clear  empathetic style  they discuss how to promote a healthy lifestyle to prevent problems  and how to recognize health problems early on to ensure appropriate care and an optimum outcome. THE GUIDE TO GOOD HEALTH is a resource families and caregivers can refer to over and over again  whether its to find strategies to get a teen or adult to cooperate with treatment  or to consider if a symptom is being misdiagnosed or misunderstood. Key topics include:  Characteristics of Down syndrome that can Affect Health Care  Promoting Health at Home and at the Doctors Office  More Commonly Occurring Medical Issues  The Connection between Mental \u0026amp; Physical Health  Dealing with Inpatient Care (Hospitalizations)  Long Term Health and Well Being throughout the Lifespan  Advance Directives and End of Life Issues  Specific Medical Conditions (ranging from skin and nail problems  eye  nose and throat issues  and cardiac concerns  to thyroid disorder  diabetes  Alzheimer  and sleep problems) For each condition  the authors discuss symptoms  the diagnostic process  and treatment options. Real-life examples from the authors practice help to illustrate how some medical problems can mistakenly be attributed to characteristics of Down syndrome. As the average person with Down syndrome lives considerably longer than in previous generations  THE GUIDE TO GOOD HEALTH can also help families know what to expect during the aging process. This outstanding resource makes it possible for families who cant visit the Adult Down Syndrome Center personally to receive some of the same authoritative advice and knowledge. Its also a wonderful companion to MENTAL WELLNESS IN ADULTS WITH DOWN SYNDROME and TEACHING CHILDREN WITH DOWN SYNDROME ABOUT THEIR BODIES  BOUNDARIES  AND SEXUALITY.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44946698141749,"sku":"ByrdShop_1890627895","price":24.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9781890627898.jpg?v=1769961698","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/the-guide-to-good-health-for-teens-adults-with-down-syndrome","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}