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Type of bind: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 616.858842
EAN num: 9780471418153
ISBN number: 0471418153
Label: Wiley-Liss
Manufacturer: Wiley-Liss
Quantity: 1
Page Count: 473
Printing Date: June 15, 2002
Publishing house: Wiley-Liss
Sale Popularity Level: 322965
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Providing a comprehensive survey of the clinical, educational, developmental, psychosocial, and transitional issues relevant to people with Down syndrome, this book addresses the needs of family members, caregivers, and professionals alike. Edited in association with the National Down Syndrome Society, this up-to-date treatment incorporates the newest developments concerning sexuality, inclusion, transition into adulthood, and legislation, as well as a discussion
of the Human Genome Project and the sequencing of chromosome 21.



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User popularity level:  out of 5 stars

Rated by buyers 4 out of 5 stars - Stunning vision of the subsequent century of research
The case of down syndrome is one that is complex yet simple, and challenging yet easy. To understand the complexities that must occur to result in an affected patient is beyond most human comprehension. This book does a great job at highlighting the past milestones in research, yet focusing primarily on the future of study in this subject. Bill optomistically creates a nurturing sense of hope in all patients currently affected by this raveging disease, and instills hope for a better life, living life to the fullest



Rated by buyers 5 out of 5 stars - Useful Reference
"...a useful reference tool for families and service providers." (Human Genetics)



Rated by buyers 5 out of 5 stars - Terrific Compendium
"...a terrific compendium of the wide array of topics...whatever the challenges that lie ahead...we are much better prepared by the information and vision provided by this excellent book." (Archives of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, May 2003)



Rated by buyers 5 out of 5 stars - "Exceedingly Valuable"
"...exceedingly valuable for a wide spectrum of individuals: parents, professionals, caregivers, and researchers..." (American Journal of Human Genetics, Vol. 72, 2003)



Rated by buyers 5 out of 5 stars - Recommended Book
"I...consider a copy of this book a must for every institutional and personal library." (Journal of the National Medical Association, March 2003)

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