Although cerebral palsy is widely-covered in both medical texts and published journal articles, the best resources for learning about CP in general are the books written for both parents and professionals who work with these special children.

• Without a doubt, the best book for both nurses and for families of children with CP is Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Parents' Guide. Edited by Elaine Geralis and published by Woodbine House in January 2003, this newest edition provides a well-rounded discussion of cerebral palsy, with a heavy emphasis on family involvement and the impact of the disorder on the family system.
• For parents and nurses interested in a medically-focused book about cerebral palsy, The Official Parents' Sourcebook on Cerebral Palsy by James N. Parker, MD and Philip M. Parker, Ph.D. and published in 2002 by Icon Health Publications is a good option.
• Another good resource is Children with Cerebral Palsy: A Manual for Therapists, Parents, and Community Workers, published in 2003 by Intermediate Technology, Inc.
• Finally, both nurses and parents may want to check out Cerebral Palsy: A Complete Guide for Caregiving (Johns Hopkins Press Health Book), which was published in 1998, but still contains extensive, appropriate information about the care of children with CP.
  

Parents and nurses may also find online information and assistance about cerebral palsy at the following web sites:

• United Cerebral Palsy's (UCP) website (http://www.ucp.org), which features channels on education, employment, health and wellness, housing, parenting and families, products and services, sports and leisure, transportation, and travel.
• The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) page (http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/cerebral_palsy/cerebral_palsy.htm), which has an excellent overview of the disorder, along with an update on current research initiatives.
• The American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM) web site (http://www.aacpdm.org/index?service=page/Home), which has extensive resources for both professionals and parents on a wide range of topics related to CP.