Self-esteem is vital in Down syndrome

In accordance with Jesús Flórez, scientific advisor of the Down Syndrome Foundation of Cantabria , it is vitally important that the self esteem in a person with different abilities, through actions that help him contemplate himself with dignity and respect.

Therefore, it is necessary that families of people who have Down's Syndrome or other intellectual disability promote a high level of self-esteem in them, as well as encourage and promote their personal safety.

Jesús Flórez points out that normally self-esteem begins by accepting who we are, while for people with disability , you begin by recognizing that you have it.

That acceptance will increase the use and development of their own abilities and abilities; in addition to promoting the defense and promotion of their own rights and needs.

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Jesús Flórez points out that the development of the feeling of pride and acceptance on the part of people with Down syndrome is a complex process, which includes four components:

  1. Consciousness, knowledge, perception.
  2. Development of the sense of competence.
  3. Development of the talents themselves.
  4. Feeling loved and accepted by family and friends.

It is clear, adds the specialist, that the first step is to always talk naturally about what is a disability concrete, in particular, the one they are living. Then, the development of the sense of competence must be encouraged, that is, the knowledge of one's own qualities.

Little by little, and with the encouragement of family and friends, the person needs to change his perspective, from "what he can not do" because of this disability, to "what he can do". The promotion of competition begins at home, in the early stages, and continues throughout life in a daily process of growth and learning.

Over time, the competition in the tasks of daily life, ends in the acquisition of a greater sense of independence, and in an increase of their own pride and self esteem .


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