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Please describe to me what is cerebral palsy global developmental delay.?

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CP and GDD: Cerebral palsy is a developmental disability that is described as a disorder affecting movement and posture due to injury or abnormal development of the immature brain. Global developmental delay refers to delayed development in all areas: language, gross motor, fine motor, social, adaptive skills. Some children with CP are initially noted to have global developmental delays.

Answered 6/10/2014

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Dr. George Gantsoudes answered

Specializes in Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Global delay: Many children with cerebral palsy have a delay in achieving their milestones, whether it be walking, talking, coordinated hand movements, etc. Sometimes this can also include more basic functions, like swallowing. The cases where all or almost all functions are included are considered globally delayed.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Gereralized neuro: Cerebral palsy is an acquired brain damage manifesting itself as abnormal motor development, spasticity or marked decrease in muscle tone. Global developmental delay indicates that all aspects of developmental aspects, language, motor, social areas.

Answered 6/29/2015

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