智力障碍
世界各地举办的特殊奥运会上，智力障碍的儿童和成人每天都在激励着我们。那么，什么是智力障碍呢？
Fragile X Syndrome
Fragile X is a genetic condition that affects a person’s development, especially behavior and the ability to learn.
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Down Syndrome
Down syndrome describes a set of cognitive and physical symptoms that result from having an extra copy or part of a copy of chromosome 21.
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Other Intellectual Disabilities
There are many other types of intellectual disabilities—some have known causes, while others remain unknown.
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How to Speak With People With Intellectual Disabilities
A Resource for Healthcare Professionals, Parents, and Anyone Communicating With Our Athletes
This video features Special Olympics Chairman Timothy Shriver and our athletes discussing why it’s so important to include people with intellectual disabilities in all areas of life—especially healthcare access. The first step is learning how to communicate with respect, compassion, and care.