Journal of Down Syndrome & Chromosome Abnormalities
Open Access

Abstract

Adapted Physical Activities and Down syndrome

Véronique Aurélie Bricout

Sport, competition, performance are today essential values of our society. They oppose the image of disability, even more surely when it comes to mental disability. However, for almost 20 years now, the sport gradually welcomed these specific populations, diverse and rich differences. The benefits of physical activity and sport as recognized in the general population are now extended to people with special needs whether they are people with a trisomy 21, a diabetes or obesity, for examples.