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Q: Do people with Down Syndrome learn to talk?

A: Absolutely!! They can learn to talk, just like anyone else. They may have some difficulties, particularly because of their muscles in their mouth, but there are therapists who help with these issues. Sign Language and Cued Speech can also be helpful in this area.

Q: Do people with Down Syndrome learn to read?

A: Yes, they can learn to read just like anyone else. Again, they may have some problems with learning to read, but there is no reason they cannot. Sign Language and Cued Speech may also help with this.

Q: Can people with Down Syndrome live a normal€ life?

A: Yes, they absolutely can. There are quite a few who are. 
For a few examples of that please see the links below:

- Erik Behnke

- Chris Burke

- Jane Cameron

- Sujeet Desai

- Karen Gaffney

- Raymond Hu

- Michael Johnson

- Rachel Roberts

- Ashley Wolfe

- Carrie Bergeron

Q: Can Down Syndrome people get married?

A: Yes, they can. There are a few recent couples that have taken the step of matrimony.
See the links below:

- Sujeet Desai & Carrie Bergeron

- Proposal ; Wedding Plans - Article 1 & Article 2 , Another link on Sujeet & Carrie , Wedding Photos

- Josh Putnam & Bernadette Resha - Couple with Down syndrome Prepare to Wed

- A Down Syndrome couple marry, from a mexican newspaper

- Down's Syndrome couple celebrates their 2nd anniversary

- Special Wedding For A Special Couple

- Jim Lindquis & Sarah Stanchfield - May I Have This Dance?

- Eric Neatrour & Christine Kurvits - Couple with Down syndrome win contest, exchange vows

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