Down syndrome is a genetic condition that causes intellectual disability and other physical and learning challenges. Screening and diagnostic tests during pregnancy can tell you about your childs chance of having Down syndrome.

Is Downs syndrome classed as a disability?

People with Downs syndrome will have some level of learning disability. This means theyll have a range of abilities. Some people will be more independent and do things like get a job. Other people might need more regular care.

Is Down syndrome a disability or special needs?

Down syndrome is the most frequent chromosomal cause of mild to moderate intellectual disability, and it occurs in all ethnic and economic groups. The degree of intellectual disability in people with Down syndrome varies but is usually mild to moderate.

What disability category does Down syndrome fall under?

Here are some examples: A child with Down Syndrome may be eligible for IDEA services under “Intellectual Disability (ID)” or “Speech Impairment (SI).” Down Syndrome is the childs Medical Diagnosis; Intellectual Disability or Speech Impairment is his or her Disability Eligibility Category.

Is Down syndrome a mental or physical disability?

Those with Down syndrome nearly always have physical and intellectual disabilities. As adults, their mental abilities are typically similar to those of an 8- or 9-year-old. They also typically have poor immune function and generally reach developmental milestones at a later age.

When do you find out if your baby has Down syndrome?

The combined first trimester screening test is done between 9 weeks and 13 weeks (plus 6 days) into the pregnancy to calculate the chance of a number of abnormalities, including Down syndrome. It is safe for both mother and baby. There will usually be a cost, but you can claim some of it back from Medicare.