Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that delays the development of a person, according to the National Down Syndrome Society. It is caused by abnormal cell division during birth that results in additional unnecessary genetic material arising from chromosome 21. “Many people fail to understand that people with Down syndrome are people that may require additional support." "They should be recognized by society on an equal basis with others, without discrimination on the basis of disability.”In Liberia, there are many stereotypes affecting children with Down syndrome. Madam Norris says, “Many days I cried when I gave birth to my daughter Precious who came down with Down syndrome”.

Source: Front Page Africa March 26, 2018 02:03 UTC