Mental Health and the Cerebral Palsy Child
Nearly 14 percent of children in America have some kind of special health care needs, including those who are affected by cerebral palsy. Though it is not often talked about, kids with cerebral palsy symptoms and other special needs sometimes suffer from mental health problems in addition to their physical impairments. Early intervention can reduce the impact of such problems in children, and there are a number of resources parents can take advantage of to help their child.
In fact, the National Child Care Information and Technical Assistance Center has a listing of national and state resources for supporting the mental health needs of young children. Find a resource near you by visiting the NCCIC website today.
