Understanding Cerebral Palsy - A Guide for Parents and Professionals (Paperback, New)

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.

General

Imprint:	Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	JKP Essentials
Release date:	April 2012
First published:	May 2012
Authors:	Marion Stanton
Dimensions:	246 x 173 x 15mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	224
Edition:	New
ISBN-13:	978-1-84905-060-9
Categories:	Books > Health, Home & Family > Family & health > Coping with personal problems > Coping with disability Books > Social sciences > Education > Teaching of specific groups > Teaching of those with special educational needs > Teaching of physically disabled persons Books > Health, Home & Family > Family & health > Advice on parenting > Child care & upbringing > General Promotions
LSN:	1-84905-060-0
Barcode:	9781849050609

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