Importance of sport for my son with Down syndrome stories from parents Importancia del deporte en mi hijo con Síndrome de Down relatos de padres de familia Parents' stories

Abstract

This article shows the value and meaning that a son or daughter has in the life of any parent, and even more so when it comes to a son or daughter with Down Syndrome. Through the different legal frameworks that exist to guarantee the rights of people with disabilities, it has allowed these people to be seen as subjects of law and to be included in various sports activities; It is for this reason that a qualitative investigation arises which aims to highlight the life stories of various caregivers specifically of children and young people with Down Syndrome; Initially, the concept of Down Syndrome was addressed, the various study theories, the population is described and the life stories of the participants belonging to sports teams are presented, in order to make visible each one of the life stories of these people. The analysis shows that the role of the family is fundamental as they are facilitators for the development of these boys, girls and young people, mostly athletes, and on the other hand, they can create barriers with their overprotective attitudes, increasing social and educational discrimination, which implies that educational policies must continue to be reformed strongly in the current regulations.