Kids with Down syndrome can live 'abundant lives,' dad tells Fox News contributor

Each year on March 21, World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) marks a global day of awareness and education about the genetic condition.

The goal is to "help people understand and support those with Down syndrome better," according to the initiative's website. WDSD has been officially observed by the United Nations since 2012.

When asked about common fears or misunderstandings about the condition, Schreck spoke of the perceived limitations.   

"Plus, people with Down's syndrome are the happiest people you've ever met. So there's nothing to be afraid of."

The date of WDSD, the 21st day of the third month, was chosen to commemorate the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome, which is the cause of Down syndrome.

Schreck joked that the extra chromosome "makes you happier."

"She's really fun to be around," said Danny Schreck. 

"It's kind of weird to see everyone else compared to her, where she's just so happy and everyone else is just walking around with their head down." 

Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal condition. 

Each year, about 5,000 babies with Down syndrome are born in the U.S., or one in every 775, according to the National Down Syndrome Society.