
February 20, 2024
7:00-9:00PM VIRTUALLY with Hina Mahmood, M.OT
Sleep and Down Syndrome: A Comprehensive Overview
Occupational Therapist Hina Mahmood will provide an overview of how challenges with sleep can impact everyday functioning for individuals with Down Syndrome. She will cover the physiological factors that affect sleep quality, discuss the prevalence of sleep apnea and how it is diagnosed and treated. This presentation will also include a look at the behavioral factors that impact sleep and provide strategies to help create a consistent sleep routine with a foundation of healthy sleep habits. This workshop is appropriate for all ages and stages.