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The relationship between chronic health conditions and cognitive deficits in children, adolescents, and young adults with down syndrome: A systematic review.

Kellen C GandyHeidi A CastilloLara OuelletteJonathan CastilloPhilip J LupoLisa M JacolaKaren R RabinKimberly P RaghubarMaria Monica J Gramatges
Published in: PloS one (2020)
Individuals with Down syndrome exhibit deficits in cognitive ability, particularly related to attention, executive function and verbal processing. These deficits may be further exacerbated by the presence of chronic health conditions, particularly sleep disorders. Individuals with Down syndrome and co-occurring sleep disorders may benefit from early interventions to mitigate their risk for adverse cognitive outcomes.
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