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ERIC Number: EJ1443313
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2024-Sep
Pages: 14
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-1744-6295
EISSN: EISSN-1744-6309
Views of Parents of Children with Down Syndrome on Alzheimer's Disease Vaccination
Sarah Batbold; Gabrielle Cummings; Kirsten A. Riggan; Marsha Michie; Megan Allyse
Journal of Intellectual Disabilities, v28 n3 p759-772 2024
Individuals with Down syndrome (DS) experience increased risk of Alzheimer's disease (AD). Recent studies suggest that a vaccine against AD may be forthcoming. Parental buy-in is critical to the success of any intervention in this population, as adults with DS often rely on familial support. This study aims to characterize parents' perceptions of a hypothetical vaccine to prevent AD in individuals with DS. A mixed-methods, anonymous survey was distributed via social media. Participants were asked about their experiences with DS and reactions to proposed interventions. Open-ended responses were thematically analyzed using NVivo 12. Of 1,093 surveys initiated, 532 were completed. Of the parents sampled (N = 532), a small majority (54.3%), supported the proposed AD vaccine. All expressed the need for extensive pre-enrollment education and minimal risk. For many, limited research and long-term sequelae were concerns.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: N/A
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) (DHHS/NIH)
Authoring Institution: N/A
Grant or Contract Numbers: UL1TR002377