By: Marion Stanton, Joe Whittaker (Foreword by)

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An invaluable starting point for anyone encountering cerebral palsy for the first time, this book provides essential background information on causes, types and symptoms, as well as vital advice about the treatments, therapies and sources of support available. Practical tips on everyday considerations such as communication, diet and education will help parents achieve the best quality of life for their child. A final chapter explores options after compulsory education and how best to support a young person making the transition to independent adulthood. Using personal experience and case studies as sources of inspiration, as well as a comprehensive list of resources to signpost readers to further information, this positive handbook will help parents and professionals more fully understand cerebral palsy and the different options available to people with the condition.

Acknowledgements	p. 8
Foreword	p. 9
An Introduction to Cerebral Palsy	p. 11
Should Therapy and Treatment be your First Priority?	p. 27
The Early Stages	p. 34
Management of Cerebral Palsy	p. 44
Special Considerations	p. 79
Alternatives to Verbal Communication	p. 94
Day to Day life	p. 118
Complementary Therapy	p. 131
Informal Support, Social Factors and Disadvantage	p. 141
Education	p. 159
After School - What Next?	p. 174
Useful Addresses and Contacts	p. 189
References	p. 214
About the Author	p. 217
Index	p. 218
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ISBN: 9781849050609
ISBN-10: 1849050600
Series: JKP Essentials
Audience: Professional
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Number Of Pages: 224
Published: 15th May 2012
Dimensions (cm): 24.6 x 17.3  x 1.5
Weight (kg): 0.408