Saturday, October 20, 2012


Cerebral palsy is a brain disorder that affects coordination of body movements and muscle tone. People with cereal palsy may have difficulty with everyday activities, such as walking or dressing, given that the condition affects muscle control. These difficulties can make adolescence very challenging for a teen with cerebral palsy.Teens with more severe physical limitations have more health concerns and more difficulty with everyday functions, as reported by a study in the March 2009 issue of "Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology" by Dr. Elsie Davis and her colleagues. Changes in height and weight can affect mobility and balance. Accepting physical limitations relates to a higher quality of life. About 65 percent of teenage girls and 50 percent of teenage boys report having pain, according to a study in the Spring 2010 issue of "Pediatric Physical Therapy". The pain occurs most commonly felt in the feet, ankles, knees and lower back. Pain can interfere with everyday activities, such as walking and being able to focus on homework. Being accepted by peers helps give teens with cerebral palsy a sense of belonging, according to the study by Dr. Elsie Davis. Teens with cerebral palsy may feel frustrated or discouraged by being ignored by peers or having awkward interactions with others. In comparison to teens without a disability, teens with cerebral palsy often become more isolated, less socially active and have fewer sexual relationships, as noted by a review of research in the December 2006 edition of "Clinical Rehabilitation." Barriers to social and sexual relationships among teens with cerebral palsy include physical limitations, negative social experiences and poor self-esteem.


Here is also a link where teens that live their lives with Cerebral Palsy everyday
www.teencerebralpalsy.com