A whole new world: a qualitative investigation of parents' experiences in transitioning their preterm child with cerebral palsy to developmental/rehabilitation services.

Marilyn BallantyneStephanie BernardoAubrey SozerTaryn OravaAmy C McPhersonPaige ChurchDarcy Fehlings

Published in: Developmental neurorehabilitation (2018)

The findings reveal a cumulative emotional burden for parents in the first 3 years of life; a known critical period for parenting and early childhood development. Early transition interventions should consider including enhanced supports and services for parents.

Keyphrases

cerebral palsy
mental health
healthcare
primary care
physical activity
genome wide
preterm birth
low birth weight
single cell
dna methylation
risk factors
gene expression