‘Son, You Are Needed!’ Russian Dad Raises Son With Down Syndrome After Wife Leaves

Courtesy of Evgeny Anisimov

A father from Russia is on a mission to change people’s preconceptions about those who have Down syndrome.

Evgeny Anisimov, 33, whose wife left after their son was diagnosed with the disorder, wants others to know that having a child with Down syndrome does not equate to a miserable life.