
What are the early signs of cerebral palsy? - NICHD
Aug 11, 2013 · The signs of cerebral palsy usually appear in the first few months of life, but many children are not diagnosed until age 2 or later. In general, early signs of cerebral palsy include 1, 2: …
What are the symptoms of cerebral palsy? - NICHD
The symptoms of cerebral palsy vary in type, can range from mild to severe, and can change over time. Symptoms are different for each person, depending on the areas of the brain that have been …
Cerebral Palsy
Aug 15, 2014 · About Cerebral Palsy Cerebral palsy is the term for a group of brain disorders that affect muscles and body movement. The condition is caused by damage to parts of the brain that control …
Cerebral Palsy - Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child ...
Cerebral palsy describes a group of neurological disorders that begin in infancy or early childhood and primarily affect body movement but, in more severe cases, may also be associated with intellectual …
What are the types of cerebral palsy? - NICHD
There are several types of cerebral palsy, classified by the kind of movement affected, the body parts affected, and how severe the symptoms are.
How is cerebral palsy diagnosed? | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy ...
How is cerebral palsy diagnosed? Most children with cerebral palsy are diagnosed during their first 2 years of life. But if symptoms are mild, a healthcare provider may not be able to make a diagnosis …
What are common treatments for cerebral palsy? - NICHD
Aug 11, 2013 · For children who have cerebral palsy and epilepsy (seizures), standard epileptic medications should be considered, but these medications may also have negative effects on the …
About Cerebral Palsy - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy Shriver National ...
Aug 15, 2014 · About Cerebral Palsy Cerebral palsy is the term for a group of brain disorders that affect muscles and body movement. The condition is caused by damage to parts of the brain that control …
What causes cerebral palsy? | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy Shriver ...
Aug 11, 2013 · Cerebral palsy is caused by damage or abnormal development in the parts of the brain that control movement. These events can happen before, during, or shortly after birth or in the first …
About Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDDs)
Aug 12, 2012 · Cerebral palsy, 5 Down syndrome, Fragile X syndrome, and autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are examples of IDDs related to problems with the nervous system. Sensory system These …