Down Syndrome.

There are many different disabilities that affect a number of children each year. Some conditions impair the body and some impair the brain. No matter what the disability, an affected child is at a disadvantage from the start. They are not considered to be "normal" and they will probably have difficulty fitting into society. Although they may be able to overcome their disability and live a happy and healthy life, they probably will not be …

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