UNCOVERED: Down syndrome | History Defined

Teen Thinks Parents Had Him So He Could One Day Care For His Disabled Sister

It’s horrifying to think that some parents have another child just to care for their sick kid. Such was the case with this teen as well, as his parents expected him to look after his disabled sister. However, he was scared of her, as she could be extremely aggressive, so…

Bored Panda · 14h ago

A man with Down syndrome killed in an Israeli raid in southern Syria, residents say

Israeli forces have killed a developmentally disabled man during a raid in Syria's Daraa province, according to state media and residents

The Independent UK · Oct 22

People with Down syndrome and other disabilities find their rhythm in Indiana dance program

There's a program in Indiana for people with physical or intellectual disabilities to learn how to dance

The Independent UK · Sep 28

Murder charge after 'malnourished', 29kg man's death

Years after a non-verbal "malnourished" man with Down syndrome died, a 70-year-old woman has been charged with murder following a "complex" investigation.

AAP · Aug 5

‘When I go out, people throw jabs at us’: the Nigerian families fighting for their disabled children

Stigma and superstition surround those with disabilities such as Down’s syndrome and cerebral palsy. But there is a growing move to raise awareness and increase inclusivity

The Guardian - UK · Jul 16

Sally Phillips reflects on 'particularly low point' after her divorce, and what happens to your career if you 'don't do botox' as an actor

The actress brings her own brand of humour to breaking down life's difficult moments

Woman & Home · Jul 7

Critics Slam Sean Duffy's Offensive 'Libtard' Comment as Daughter With Down Syndrome Watches Behind Him

US Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy faces criticism for using an ableist slur at the America 250 event, overshadowing the Great American State Fair launch.

International Business Times UK · Jun 26

Sean Duffy unwittingly trashes two of his kids during his speech by using derogatory terms and blasting influencers

In his speech, the father of nine, whose daughter has Down syndrome, used a play on a derogatory term for people with a developmental disability

The Independent UK · Jun 25

Down syndrome isn’t a tragedy — but misinformation about it is

For more than a century, people with Down syndrome have been defined by what medicine says they cannot do.

The Conversation · Jun 16

Video of Jesse Ridgway portraying character with Down syndrome resurfaces after announcement

YouTuber Jesse Ridgway faces renewed scrutiny. An old video showing him portraying a character with Down syndrome has resurfaced. This comes after Ridgway announced he and his wife terminated a pregnancy after their unborn child was diagnosed with Trisomy 21. The resurfaced clip, from his series 'The Devil Inside', depicts…

The Times of India · Jun 10