Does cerebral palsy affect mental capabilities and health?

If an individual with Cerebral Palsy has a cognitive impairment, his or her intellectual ability is usually affected to the extent of requiring additional interventions and supports. .... When medical professionals and educators begin to devise a specific plan for a child, there are many factors that will need to be addressed. read more

Cerebral Palsy is a large and complicated term that covers a spectrum of ability. Some people with Cerebral Palsy have a minor difficulty controlling some of their muscle groups which results in speech impediments and difficulty walking and coordinating their extremities. read more

Columnist Jessica Grono discusses how living with a physical disability like cerebral palsy can have a large impact on mental health. read more

Note: Cerebral Palsy News Today is strictly a news and information website about the disease. It does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. read more

One in two children with cerebral palsy met criteria for a psychiatric disorder, the most common being attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). One in five children had more than one diagnosis, not determined by the type and severity of the child’s cerebral palsy. read more