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Peer reviewedPueschel, Seigfried M. – Research in Developmental Disabilities, 1993
This study of eight growth-retarded children with Down's syndrome (aged 1 to 6.5 years) found that administration of growth hormone was more effective than either L-dopa or clonidine. Results suggest that children with Down's syndrome have both anatomical and biochemical hypothalamic derangements resulting in decreased growth hormone secretion and…
Descriptors: Anatomy, Biochemistry, Body Height, Downs Syndrome
Peer reviewedLancioni, Guilio E.; O'Reilly, Mark F. – Research in Developmental Disabilities, 1998
Reviews studies related to physical exercise with people with severe and profound developmental disabilities and comments on the main findings and on the practicality and acceptability of physical exercise. The use of technical instruments combined with reinforcing events to ensure mild physical exercise is discussed. (Author/CR)
Descriptors: Adults, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Children, Exercise
