Understanding Down Syndrome: An Introduction for Parents [Paperback]

Cliff Cunningham (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1571290095 | ISBN-13: 978-1571290090 | Publication Date: August 25, 1996

Using positive, readable language, this book helps parents understand Down syndrome

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

When they are told that their baby has Down Syndrome, most parents react with shock and need help coping with this unexpected situation. Veteran researcher Cunningham aims to provide such help in the form of detailed information about the physical, mental, and social characteristics of Down Syndrome children. Along with that information comes encouragement and hope as Cunningham shows that there is much that parents and others can do to help a Down Syndrome child develop to his or her full potential. This is the third edition of a book first published in Britain, revised for the American audience. Highly recommended for public libraries that don't have a previous edition.?John Moryl, Yeshiva Univ. Lib., New York
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Review

...a wonderfully comprehensive and well organized piece of work for parents of babies and young children. The author provides answers to the countless questions directed to him during his twenty years' involvement with Down Syndrome individuals and their families. He is both sensitive and positive in his presentation. An excellent 'first' book for new parents. -- Down Syndrome News

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Brookline Books/Lumen Editions (August 25, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1571290095
• ISBN-13: 978-1571290090
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,733,776 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not terribly encouraging...., October 5, 2002

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This review is from: Understanding Down Syndrome: An Introduction for Parents (Paperback)

I read this book shortly after my son, who has DS, was born. Maybe I should have waited a while! I found it kind of grim and frightening. It does contain lots of good medical advice, but I think that perhaps Karen Stray Gunderson's book is the best book to start reading. I also like the Pueschel book. Perhaps because these individuals have children with DS, whereas Cliff Cunningham does not, the books are written in a more sensitive fashion. As a new parent just learning about DS, we need encouragement!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars An excellent second book, March 14, 2002

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This review is from: Understanding Down Syndrome: An Introduction for Parents (Paperback)

This book is an excellent introduction to Down syndrome. The author of this book is British so it does not concentrate on US law as much as the book "Babies With Down Syndrome". This is the book to read after you have had a chance to catch your breath and are ready to learn some of the practical issues of raising a child with DS.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars understanding down syndrome, March 29, 2006

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Nancy E. Pinnero (Leesburg, GA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Understanding Down Syndrome: An Introduction for Parents (Paperback)

I really like this book. I have a child with down syndrome. This was a warmer book and was not as clinical as most of the the other books I've read. I put it in gift baskets for new moms that contact me who have recently had a child with down syndrome.