What are the common Intellectual and Developmental symptoms of down syndrome?

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Decreased or poor muscle tone Short neck, with excess skin at the back of the neck Flattened facial profile and nose Small head, ears, and mouth
Short attention span, Poor judgment, Impulsive behaviour, Slow learning, Delayed language and speech development
Simple motor tics include: eye blinking, shoulder rotation or elevation, head jerking, Complex motor tics include: jumping, kicking Simple phonic tics include: grunting, clearing throat, Complex phonic tics include: complex and loud sounds, phrases out of context
Nausea, Headaches, Cranky and agitated Gains weight too quickly

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Down syndrome is a genetic condition caused by the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 21, known as trisomy 21.

Key PointsThe common intellectual and developmental symptoms of Down syndrome are best described by:

Short attention span: Individuals with Down syndrome may have difficulty focusing on tasks for extended periods.
Poor judgment: Challenges with decision-making and evaluating situations are common.
Impulsive behavior: Actions may be taken without full consideration of the consequences.
Slow learning: Learning processes might be slower compared to typical developmental milestones.
Delayed language and speech development: Language acquisition and speech skills often develop at a slower pace.

Hence, the correct answer is 'short attention span, Poor judgment, Impulsive behaviour, Slow learning, Delayed language and speech development'.