Adolescence
Mind and Body, Answers to Your Questions
During adolescence, many young people experience a time of transition. Just like other teens, adolescents with Down syndrome need to learn about their bodies, relationships, sexuality and growing up.
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Values, Trust and Sexuality
Being Around Other People
Male and Female Bodies
Your body is private, special and important. The changes that happen in your body are normal. All bodies look different but they all go through changes. You can learn about the differences between male and female bodies, private parts, puberty and the difference between proper words and slang words.
Relationships
Intimacy
Having a Baby
Sexually Transmitted Infections
Masturbation
Safety
Additional Resources for Adolescent Years
Down Syndrome Australia
Regroupement pour la Trisomie 21, RT21
Down Syndrome Resource Foundation
National Down Syndrome Society
TeachingSexualHealth.ca
Woodbine House Publishing
Books available about growing up and transitions. Click here to see the collection of resource books