Why people are using AI to fake disabilities online
Social media accounts using AI to impersonate people with Down syndrome are spreading, CBS News analysis shows, garnering dollars and millions of views while exploiting real advocates.
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Student with special needs finds acceptance, brotherhood in Clemson fraternity
The ClemsonLIFE program gives students with intellectual disabilities a chance to learn life skills. But as much as the program offers, junior Charlie McGee wanted the whole college experience.
Frat embraces student with intellectual disability
At Clemson University in South Carolina, the ClemsonLIFE program gives students with intellectual disabilities a chance to learn life skills for independent living. But as much as the program offers, junior Charlie McGee wanted the whole college experience -- including joining a fraternity. Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" for a story on the rewards of kindness and acceptance.
Mattel introduces first blind Barbie, new Barbie with Down syndrome
As Disability Pride Month comes to a close, Mattel introduced two new Barbie dolls: a blind Barbie and a Black Barbie with Down syndrome.
Dance program provides support for people with Down syndrome
The nonprofit organization Down for Dance helps people with Down syndrome across the country build a stronger sense of self through dance and art.
Man with Down syndrome finishes 6 top marathons
Chris Nikic recently became the first person with Down syndrome to complete all six of the world's top marathons, earning the coveted six-star medal after completing the Tokyo marathon in March.
Group supports parents of kids with Down Syndrome
Carissa Carroll's son Jack was born with Down Syndrome in 2013. So, when Jack turned 1, she founded Jack's Basket, a group that delivers supplies and information to parents newly coping with a Down Syndrome diagnosis.
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CBS Reports goes to Illinois, which has one of the highest rates of institutionalization in the country, to understand the challenges families face keeping their developmentally disabled loved ones at home.
Viral ad campaign challenges perceptions of people with Down syndrome
The online campaign, launched ahead of World Down Syndrome Day on March 21, challenges negative assumptions that people with Down syndrome can face: "Assume that I can, so maybe I will."
Mia Armstrong on new book
Mia Armstrong, a 13-year-old with an impressive array of accomplishments, has added author to her credentials with her new children's book, "I Am a Masterpiece!" Through her writing, Armstrong shares her life experiences as a person with Down syndrome portraying it as her "superpower" and inspiring readers with her story.
L.I. model with Down syndrome redefining beauty across the country
The 20-year-old's smiling face can be seen in Sephora, Kohl's and soon several other places across the country.
Mom shields son's eyes as a black bear devours his birthday picnic
The black bear was filmed just inches away from a family as it interrupted a birthday lunch to devour the tacos and enchiladas
Couple celebrates milestone on date
Gigi, who has Down syndrome, and her boyfriend, Lucas, who has autism, are celebrating six months together. They also hit another milestone on their date — driving alone in a car together.
Sisters sing for brother with Down syndrome
The Klein sisters are four of 10 siblings. The youngest, Ted, has Down syndrome and just celebrated his 60th birthday. To celebrate, they sang him a personalized song, changing the lyrics of "My Guy" to "Our Ted." It brought him to tears.
Athlete with Down syndrome suing college for discrimination
In a lawsuit, Caden Cox makes disturbing allegations against his former supervisor, alleging Matthew Kmosko held him "at knifepoint in a campus bathroom during his work shift."
Mom's post for son with Down syndrome goes viral
Christian Bowers has Down syndrome, and his mom, Donna Herter, said his lack of friends was making him feel depressed. She didn't know where to turn. So, she posted on Facebook.
Mom seeks friends for son with Down syndrome
Donna Herter says her 24-year-old son, Christian Bowers, was desperate for friends. Bowers has Down syndrome, and his mom didn't know where to turn. So she wrote a post on Facebook that went viral — and gained Bowers many new friends.
Barbie doll with Down syndrome launched by Mattel
This year, Mattel's 2023 Fashionistas lineup includes new dolls in a variety of body types including a new Fashionista doll wearing braces and a Ken Fashionista doll with a prosthetic leg, according to the company.
Down syndrome doll helps with inclusivity
For this woman in Syria, little boys and girls with Down syndrome don't always get the representation they deserve when they walk into toy stores — so she decided to change that.
John Cena makes fan's dream come true
Actor and former WWE star John Cena made a young fan's dream come true earlier this month. He visited a 19-year-old who has Down syndrome and is nonverbal after his family was forced to flee Ukraine because of Russia's invasion.
Entrepreneur and model living with Down syndrome on life without limits
The couple has made history in each of their respective fields.
Down syndrome couple defying expectations
A couple from Puerto Rico with Down syndrome speak to David Begnaud about how they live their life without limits.
Man with Down syndrome gets NBA ring
Hunter Peterson, a member of the Milwaukee Bucks Hoop Troop, has become a decorated member of the NBA team – even though he's not a player. Peterson, who has Down syndrome, recently received a championship ring from the Bucks for his impact on fans and the team.
Mom creates nonprofit to help military families
A military mom said she has faced hurdles in getting care for her daughter who is deaf and has Down syndrome. She's now trying to help other military families with complex medical needs. Norah O'Donnell has more.
For Victoria's Secret model with Down syndrome, it's "a dream come true"
"For me, the most important thing about fulfilling my dreams is to show people around the world that there are no limits and to inspire them to pursue their own dreams," Sofía Jirau says on her website.
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