Before You Look for Information on Cerebral Palsy

Sorting through the wealth of online information on cerebral palsy can be a daunting task. What's worth reading, and what's a waste of time? Start with this recommended list of resources to find the information you need to understand and help your child.

On this Parenting Special Needs site

There are lots of articles on this site of interest to parents of children with cerebral palsy, but these three will give you a good place to begin.

Just the facts

These reference sites give good overviews of cerebral palsy diagnosis and treatment.

U.S. organizations

These U.S.-based organizations offer information, services and support to individuals with cerebral palsy and their families.

International organizations

Organizations around the world provide support and information for families of children with CP. Start with these three.

Dedicated sites

These sites focus exclusively on cerebral palsy and offer articles and other resources for individuals and families.

Support groups

These e-mail groups can put you in touch with other parents who are dealing with the same issues you are.

CP for children

These sites can help you explain cerebral palsy to children and teens..

Shopping

Look here for gifts and useful items for children with cerebral palsy.