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My Opinion

I believe that Adelaide (Jamie Brewer) provides definite accuracy of the portrayal of Down Syndrome in the show. Jamie Brewer actually has Down Syndrome so she completely nails the part. She shows common cognitive and behavioral problems of this exceptionality such as having a short attention span, having poor judgment, impulsive behavior, and delayed speech. She could not of played the part of Adelaide Langdon better if she tried!

Personality and Appearance

Addy is a curious and friendly but her well-meaning warnings regarding the dangers of the Murder House can be misconstructed as omnious threats. She is playful and wants desperately to fit in. She has been raised by Constance to believe that she is an ugly monster and not fit to be seen in public. She uses people's perception of her mentality to her advantage. She is socially awkward and finds solace in her ghostly friends inside the house.

Background

Alyssa Wright

Intro To Exceptional Learners

American Horror Story (Season I) Murder House

Down Syndrome

Adelaide was born to Constance and Hugo Langdon. She is the sister of Tate and Beuregard. Constance told Vivien that she had 4 children, and therefore one other sibling may be unaccounted for. She was killed on October 31st, 2011 (Halloween) in a hit-and-run automobile accident.

Characteristics

  • Low muscle tone (babies appear "floppy"
  • Flat facial features, with a small nose
  • Upward slant to the eyes
  • Small skin folds on the inner corner of the eyes
  • Small, abnormally shaped ears
  • Single deep crease across center of the palm
  • Hyperflexibility (excessive ability to extend joints)
  • 5th finger has only one flexion furrow instead of two
  • Extra space between the big toe and the 2nd toe
  • Enlarged tongue that tends to stick out

About The Character

Adelaide Langdon (also known as Addy or Addie) is the Harmon's neighbor. She is a character in the first season (Murder House) primarily portrayed by Jamie Brewer. She was born with Down Syndrome, in the show and in real life. Adelaide has always dreamed of one day becoming a "pretty girl".

American Horror Story, Season I (Murder House)

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