Down syndrome and its relationship with Alzheimer: a requirement for gerontological intervention

Abstract

The main objective of this research was to see the scope that gerontological intervention could have in adults with Down syndrome since this condition is closely related to Alzheimer's disease. Gerontological intervention was aimed at maintaining cognitive functionality in people with Down syndrome. The research cut was "qualitative" with a socio-critical approach. The population universe was made up of 10 people who are part of the A.C “Unidos Pro-Down” of the city of Tuxtla Gutiérrez Chiapas, Mexico. Participant observation was used as techniques, as well as the instruments were the field diary and some gerontological scales. It was concluded that the intervention that was carried out can be a feasible, timely and effective alternative for the improvement of cognitive abilities if it is carried out adequately, early and constantly in the person with Down syndrome (DS).