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Does Cerebral Palsy Lead To Fits?
Hi I have a child that has cerebral palsy who is constantly throwing fits. Sometimes these fits seem to be like temper tantrums, but at other times they seem like he is in a very aggressive rage to the point he will bang his head or bite his self, he has also been known to pull hair or pinch. Sometimes though in the middle of the raging fit it s like he becomes very scared, and begins to cry telling me he s scared. Is it common for children with cerebral palsy to throw fits like this and if so can you give me any advice or suggestions to help ?
Mon, 31 Aug 2015
Hi there.
Yes, Epileptic and behavioural disorders can be associated with Cerebral palsy and Mental retardation. He needs to be examined by a Paediatric Psychiatrist and Behavioral sciences team for a proper diagnosis and management.
Yes, Epileptic and behavioural disorders can be associated with Cerebral palsy and Mental retardation. He needs to be examined by a Paediatric Psychiatrist and Behavioral sciences team for a proper diagnosis and management.
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