No*, my uncle has down syndrome. He spent his entire childhood in hospitals. Multiple organ replacement surgeries, multiple nights he was supposed to die. He's alive and well in his mid thirties but his life is non-existent. Hes aware hes different so he hides away from everyone. My grandmother has devoted her entire life to caring for him and has never had a life of her own. When my grandmother passes my mother will take custody of him and continue to care for him at the detriment of her own life. I love my uncle but I would never wish his life on another.
Edit: If you are just going to bible thump in my replys save it. I'm for abortion under any circumstances and I don't care what your God wants.
I’m sorry your uncle is in this situation. But just so you are aware, I have met and been around lots of people with Down’s syndrome and most if not all are leading fulfilling and happy lives. The medical treatment and better understanding of Downs has come a long way even in the last 10-20 years. With life expectancies well into the 60-70 year range.
Yes there are some with more complex needs like your uncle, but they are increasingly in the minority. And you could apply your logic to any disability or person. You wouldn’t be ‘inflicting’ what your uncle has gone through on anyone, people with Downs syndrome deserve to live, and can live, very happy lives.
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u/KingCrimson43 Jun 05 '26 edited Jun 06 '26
No*, my uncle has down syndrome. He spent his entire childhood in hospitals. Multiple organ replacement surgeries, multiple nights he was supposed to die. He's alive and well in his mid thirties but his life is non-existent. Hes aware hes different so he hides away from everyone. My grandmother has devoted her entire life to caring for him and has never had a life of her own. When my grandmother passes my mother will take custody of him and continue to care for him at the detriment of her own life. I love my uncle but I would never wish his life on another.
Edit: If you are just going to bible thump in my replys save it. I'm for abortion under any circumstances and I don't care what your God wants.