Event Title
A Qualitative Study of the Impact of Down Syndrome on Personal and Family Life
Location
CSU Ballroom
Start Date
21-4-2008 10:00 AM
End Date
21-4-2008 12:00 PM
Student's Major
Speech, Hearing, and Rehabilitation Services
Student's College
Allied Health and Nursing
Mentor's Name
Bonnie B. Lund
Mentor's Department
Speech, Hearing, and Rehabilitation Services
Mentor's College
Allied Health and Nursing
Description
Down syndrome is the most common genetic disorder caused by a chromosomal abnormality. The purpose of this qualitative study was to research the features of Down syndrome and understand its effect on personal and family life. The paper discusses a complete definition and set of characteristics of Down syndrome along with common speech and language skills. In addition, a case study of a child with Down syndrome is presented, exploring the effect of the child's disorder on his life and his family. The qualitative research section will discuss details of qualitative research, the methodology of the study, and the results.
A Qualitative Study of the Impact of Down Syndrome on Personal and Family Life
CSU Ballroom
Down syndrome is the most common genetic disorder caused by a chromosomal abnormality. The purpose of this qualitative study was to research the features of Down syndrome and understand its effect on personal and family life. The paper discusses a complete definition and set of characteristics of Down syndrome along with common speech and language skills. In addition, a case study of a child with Down syndrome is presented, exploring the effect of the child's disorder on his life and his family. The qualitative research section will discuss details of qualitative research, the methodology of the study, and the results.
Recommended Citation
Greene, Allison. "A Qualitative Study of the Impact of Down Syndrome on Personal and Family Life." Undergraduate Research Symposium, Mankato, MN, April 21, 2008.
https://cornerstone.lib.mnsu.edu/urs/2008/poster-session-A/12
