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Cerebral palsy affects one in every 500 children. This lifelong disability resulting from damage to the brain before, during, or soon after birth encompasses a wide variety of disorders that affect one's ability to control muscles and posture. This volume, featuring contributions from professional caregivers, therapists, and parents, provides a thorough description of cerebral palsy, its diagnosis and treatment, and its effects on development. Practical hints on the daily care of the afflicted child are offered, as well as help in seeking out and understanding the role of occupational, physical, and speech therapy. A guide to early intervention, special education, and an outline of legal rights are included. The extensive listing of federal, state, and local government agencies as well as parent and professional groups is especially useful. (Appendixes, including glossary, bibliography, and list of special equipment suppliers not seen.) For consumer health collections.
- Jodith Janes, Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Book Description
A revised and updated edition of this classic primer for parents provides a complete spectrum of information and compassionate advice about cerebral palsy and its effect on their child's development and education.
The second edition, written by the same team of medical specialists, therapists, educators, and parents, covers these important areas: Diagnosis, Medical Issues, Family Life, Legal Rights, Early Intervention, Coping, Therapies, Treatment, Development, Advocacy, Special Education, Daily Care.
New to this edition is information on the latest treatments for seizures; medications for muscle spasticity and drooling; treatments for gastroesophageal reflux; communication devices and toys; advice on dealing with insurance companies; inclusion during preschool years and important changes to special education laws, plus much, much more. Other helpful information includes a glossary, reading list, and resource guide. Comprehensive and up-to-date, this guide is one that parents will refer to time and time again during their child's first six years.
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