Mental health and dementiaQuestion 1537 of 1700
What helps people with Down syndrome feel good about themselves?
- Encouragement and a chance to be as independent as possible
- Fewer social activities and fewer chances to try new skills
- Having staff do all of their tasks for them
- Strict rules with punishment for mistakes
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Correct answer: Encouragement and a chance to be as independent as possible
People with Down syndrome do well with encouragement and with as much independence as they can manage. They also enjoy being part of a group.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 10.3: Caring for Clients With Developmental Disorders
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026