Resources

 

Down syndrome Education International

DSE explores how and why the signs of autism may be different for individuals with Down syndrome than the signs of autism for other individuals.

Global Down Syndrome Foundation

GDSF provides a primer on navigating a dual diagnosis of Down syndrome and autism.

The Low/Down Podcast; Season 2, episode 8

In this 70-minute episode, speech pathologist Liv Meriano discusses Down syndrome and autism spectrum disorder.

Autism Speaks

Autism Speaks has a section of its website dedicated to Q&A about Down syndrome and autism.

Down syndrome Autism Connection

The mission of the Down Syndrome Autism Connection is providing specialized outreach through support, education, and resources to increase awareness of the unique challenges caused by co-occurring Down syndrome and autism.

Down Syndrome and ASD Dual Diagnosis Listserv

This group is for friends, family members, and caregivers of individuals with a dual diagnosis of Down Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to share information.