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Motor Development in Cerebral Palsy and its Relationship to Intellectual Development: A Review Article

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  • Frank Twum

    (Department of Special Education, University of Education, Ghana)

  • Johnnie K. Hayford

    (Department of Special Education, University of Education, Ghana)

Abstract

This review article sought to ascertain how cerebral palsy affects the development and presentation of motor skills across the lifespan, as well as examine the relationship between motor skills and intellectual ability in individuals with cerebral palsy. Motor skills development in persons with cerebral palsy was discovered to be heterogeneous, with some individuals experiencing significant motor skills development while others encountered persistent challenges. The review further established that motor skill development may differ significantly across the different subtypes of cerebral palsy. Relative to the relationship between motor skills and intellectual ability, the review established both gross and fine motor skills may be predictive of intellectual ability in persons with cerebral palsy. In light of these findings, the review highlights the implications for educators and clinicians as well as the direction for future research.

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  • Frank Twum & Johnnie K. Hayford, 2024. "Motor Development in Cerebral Palsy and its Relationship to Intellectual Development: A Review Article," European Journal of Medical and Health Sciences, European Open Science, vol. 6(5), pages 8-15, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:epw:ejmed0:v:6:y:2024:i:5:id:42161
    DOI: 10.24018/ejmed.2024.6.5.2161
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