What is the correct terminology regarding people with Down's syndrome?

Down's syndrome is not a disease and therefore people with Down's syndrome do not suffer nor are they victims of their condition. Down's syndrome is only a part of the person, they should not be referred to as "a Down's". People with Down's syndrome are all unique individuals and should be acknowledged as a person first and foremost. It is important to think of the person first, e.g. John is 29 and he has Down's syndrome.

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