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Multidisciplinary early intervention in Down syndrome: a retrospective study.

Alice E Piatti¹, Bianca Stefani¹, Giulia Bini²

¹Developmental Severe Disabilities Unit, IRCCS Stella Maris Foundation, Pisa, Italy.

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Early, structured, multidisciplinary interventions significantly improve neurocognitive outcomes in children with Down Syndrome (DS). This approach, focused on the child and family, proves more effective than conventional care.

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Area of Science:

Neurodevelopmental disorders
Pediatric medicine
Genetics

Background:

Early, global, multidisciplinary, family-based care is crucial for children with disabilities, including Down Syndrome (DS).
The effectiveness of structured, multidisciplinary early intervention versus conventional care for DS requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

To assess if a structured, multidisciplinary early intervention improves developmental and cognitive outcomes in children with DS.
To compare outcomes between children with DS receiving early intervention and those receiving conventional care.

Main Methods:

A study involving 20 children with Down Syndrome (DS).
An experimental group received early treatment (0-36 months).
Cognitive functioning was assessed at 5 years using the WPPSI-III scale.

Main Results:

Children with DS exhibit a typical developmental profile.
The experimental group demonstrated higher mean scores across all assessed quotients compared to the control group.

Conclusions:

Early, structured, multidisciplinary interventions are fundamental in improving neurocognitive outcomes for children with Down Syndrome (DS).
The outpatient service model provides effective early management for individuals with DS through a structured, multidisciplinary approach.