Cerebral Palsy
www.kidshealth.org/kid/health_problems/brain/cerebral_palsy.html
This brief article can be shared with peers of
students who have CP.
Cerebral Palsy – A Guide for Care
http://gait.aidi.udel.edu/res695/homepage/pd_ortho/clinics/c_palsy/cpweb.htm
This document is written and maintained by the Dupont Hospital for Children in
Wilmington, Delaware.
Cerebral Palsy Fact Sheet
www.nichcy.org/pubs/factshe/fs2txt.htm
This digest from the National Information Center for Children and Youth for
Disabilities includes information about CP as well as tips for teachers and
school personnel.
Cerebral Palsy – Facts and Figures
www.ucpa.org/ucp_channeldoc.cfm/1/11/10427/10427-10427/447
Cerebral palsy is a term used to describe a group of chronic conditions
affecting body movement and muscle coordination. This article from United
Cerebral Palsy discusses the history of CP, causes, diagnosis and treatment
information.
American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine
www.aacpdm.org
The American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine is a
multidisciplinary scientific society devoted to the study of cerebral palsy and
other childhood onset disabilities, to promoting professional education for the
treatment and management of these conditions, and to improving the quality of
life for people with these disabilities.
Family Village CP Library
www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/lib_cerp.htm
This library includes a listing of other Web sites
and places to learn more about CP.
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/cerebral_palsy/detail_cerebral_palsy.htm
This Web site includes information about cerebral
palsy, specific treatments available, current research being conducted
and management of CP.
United Cerebral Palsy
www.ucpa.org
UCP is the leading source of information on cerebral palsy and is a pivotal
advocate for the rights of persons with any disability.
