How to Find Information Online About Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral Palsy is actually an over-arching term that covers a wide range of physical disabilities that are caused by brain damage during the brain’s development. Most instances of Cerebral Palsy occur at a child’s birth, but there are cases of cerebral palsy being diagnosed later in childhood. There are about 2 in every 1000 live birth infants who are diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy. The condition affects movement and posture and may also include epilepsy, blindness and deafness. 85%-95% of individuals also have speech impairments, but most are not intellectually impaired and have a normal range of intelligence. 

A diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy can be overwhelming and daunting to parents, not to mention confusing and frightening. While each individual can be affected differently, there are places to turn for general information, connecting with others and resources to help families understand Cerebral Palsy. 

www.askthedoctor.org has general information about Cerebral Palsy, including education issues, resources and other links. 

Another good informative site is http://www.as.wvu.edu/~scidis/palsy.html

An Ontario, Canada foundation site providing information, stories and resources is www.ofcp/on/ca/aboutcp.htm. 

www.PalsyCerebral.info is a clearinghouse site with several links to other web resources and information. 

The Cerebral Palsy Education Centre, Inc. is an information resource site and a great first step in gathering information and connecting with experts and other people dealing with Cerebral Palsy: www.cpec.com/au/infoservice.html. 

The March of Dimes is an established organization dedicated to helping families with loved-ones who have a disability. The web site provides information, stories and the opportunity to find connection and support with other families. Visit www.marchofdimes.com. 

For current and up-to-date information about Cerebral Palsy, as well as resources and articles, try http://www.info-prime.com/medicine/cerebralpasly_intro.html.