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Direct linkPrasher, V. P.; Metseagharun, T.; Haque, S. – Research in Developmental Disabilities: A Multidisciplinary Journal, 2004
An association between weight loss and Alzheimer's disease has been established in the general population but little information is available regarding this association in people with intellectual disabilities. A 4-year longitudinal study of adults with Down syndrome with and without Alzheimer's disease was undertaken. Age-associated weight loss…
Descriptors: Alzheimers Disease, Down Syndrome, Body Weight, Older Adults
