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About the Author |
| Elaine Geralis has three children--her oldest is a son with cerebral palsy. In her role as editor, she draws on her expertise as a parent and a seasoned advocate to compile this invaluable guide for other parents of children with cerebral palsy. She lives in Silver Spring, Maryland. |
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Children with Cerebral Palsy, considered by many the first book that families should read, is now available in a second edition. As one of Woodbine House's Parents' Guides, it provides parents with a complete spectrum of information and compassionate advice about cerebral palsy and its effect on their child's development and education.
The second edition, written by the same team of medical specialists, therapists, educators, and parents, as the first edition, covers these important areas:
Diagnosis
Coping with Your Emotions
Medical Issues
Daily Care
Family Life
Development
Therapies
Early Intervention
Special Education
Legal Rights
Advocacy
New to this edition of Children with Cerebral Palsy is information on the latest treatments for seizures; medications for muscle spasticity and drooling; treatments for gastroesophageal reflux; communication devices and toys; advice on dealing with insurance companies; inclusion during preschool years and important changes to special education laws; plus much, much more. Other helpful information includes a glossary, reading list, and resource guide. Comprehensive and up-to-date, this classic primer to cerebral palsy is one that parents will refer to time and time again during their child's first six years.
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