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Children and Youth with Complex Cerebral Palsy: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents and Professionals

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Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of disFree Downloads that affect movement and coordination. It is caused by damage to the developing brain, which can occur before, during, or after birth. CP can range in severity from mild to severe, and it can affect one or more limbs. Children and youth with CP face a variety of challenges, including:

Children and Youth with Complex Cerebral Palsy: Care and Management (Mac Keith Press Practical Guides)

by Ian Haney López

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Difficulty with movement and coordination
Speech and language problems
Intellectual disability
Sensory impairments
Behavioral problems

These challenges can make it difficult for children and youth with CP to participate in everyday activities, such as going to school, playing with friends, and participating in sports.

Diagnosis and Treatment

The diagnosis of CP is based on a physical examination and a review of the child's medical history. There is no cure for CP, but there are a variety of treatments that can help to improve the child's function and quality of life. These treatments include:

Physical therapy
Occupational therapy
Speech therapy
Special education
Assistive technology

Management

The management of CP is a lifelong process. It involves a team of professionals, including the child's primary care physician, neurologist, physiatrist, physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech therapist, and special educator. The team works together to develop a plan of care that is tailored to the child's individual needs. The plan of care may include a variety of services, such as:

Early intervention services
School-based services
Community-based services
Assistive technology
Vocational training
Transition services

The goal of management is to help the child reach his or her full potential and live a full and productive life.

Children and youth with CP face a variety of challenges, but they can also achieve great things. With the right support, they can learn to walk, talk, and participate in all aspects of life. This book provides parents and professionals with the most up-to-date information on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of CP. It is a valuable resource for anyone who is involved in the care of a child or youth with CP.

Children and Youth with Complex Cerebral Palsy: Care and Management (Mac Keith Press Practical Guides)

by Ian Haney López

4.6 out of 5