SPE/556: Characteristics Of Physical & Health Disabilities

Wk 2 – Understanding Cerebral Palsy [due Mon]

Assignment Content

1. Cerebral palsy is a disability that occurs because of damage to the central nervous system and, in many cases, is accompanied by communication, orthopedic, sensory, and learning disabilities. There are different types of cerebral palsy, and they are classified by four criteria and may be present with a range of severity in function. The purpose of this assignment is to build a foundational knowledge of cerebral palsy and the conditions that are commonly associated with it.Create a 1-page infographic or chart that depicts the following information in relation to cerebral palsy:
   • Types and definitions
   • 4 classification criteria
   • Education, communication, and functional skill implications
   • Associated sensory impairments
   • Secondary conditions and the impact of multiple disabilities
   • Medical treatments or interventions
   • Therapy treatment options