Find Out more...
The films in our project deal with many different issues, if you'd like more information on any of these issues have a look below...
Asperger Syndrome
Considered as a variation of Autism, Asperger's affects people's communication skills, and sometimes manifests itself in obsessive or repetitive routines, and physical clumsiness. Many individuals with AS can adopt strategies for coping and do lead fulfilling lives - being gainfully employed, getting married or having successful relationships, and having families. In most cases, they are aware of their differences and can recognize if they need any support to maintain an independent life.
For information and support on Asperger's visit OASIS, Asperger's Support Group online - a support community, or the National Autistic Society.
Down's Syndrome
Down's Syndrome, first identified in the the mid 1800's, is a result of an extra Chromosome 21. People with Down's tend toward concrete thinking, or naïveté, and while many physical symtoms are superficial, there are long term health issues including a higher risk for congenital heart defects, gastroesophageal reflux disease, recurrent ear infections, obstructive sleep apnea, and thyroid dysfunctions.
Some of these physical limitations can't be overcome, but proper care and education can make life easier. To find out more you could visit the Down's Syndrome Research Foundation, or the Down's Syndrome Information Network. Parents may be interested in the Contact A Family scheme, where you can get in touch with others having the same experiences as you.
Multiple Sclerosis
MS is the result of damage to myelin - a protective sheath surrounding nerve fibres of the central nervous system. When myelin is damaged, this interferes with messages between the brain and other parts of the body. For some people, MS is characterised by periods of relapse and remission while for others it has a progressive pattern. For everyone, it makes life unpredictable. Find out more from the MS Society, the MS Trust and talk to someone who can help at the MS Support Centre
