Cerebral Palsy

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Physical abnormalities

Bladder problems

May need assistive devices (crutches, wheelchairs, etc.)

Spine and hip displacement

Severe Pain

joint pains and difficulty moving body parts

scoliosis

skin breakdown

Difficulties with motor functions

Walking and talking gets difficult

Everyday activities become a challenge (Balance, coordination, etc.).

Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)

How Cerebral Palsy affects development

Disorders

ADHD and other issues

Sleep disorders

Seizures

Learning challenges

Hard to retain information (memory)

Difficulty comprehending information

Difficulty paying attention

Behavioral challenges

Hyperactive or not active enough

Antisocial behaviors

Dependency on others

Difficulty fitting in

May feel "different" from others

Target of bullying which may lead to many problems down the road

Isolation from peers

Difficulty expressing themselves

Hard to show emotion for some

Hard to communicate with family and peers

Difficulty getting a job

Speech Issues

may require speech therapy

Unable to pronounce certain sounds

Slurred speech

Cerebral Palsy

Socio-Emotional Development

Cognitive Development

Physical Development