Cerebral palsy (CP) is a neurological condition that affects movement and posture. Although it is primarily defined as a motor disability, the brain damage that results in cerebral palsy often causes co-occurring conditions such as epilepsy, vision and hearing problems, and cognitive impairments.

How does cerebral palsy affect cognitive ability?

Cognition is defined as the ability to learn, reason, and acquire knowledge through experiences, thoughts, and senses. Children with cerebral palsy who have cognitive impairment still have a cognitive functioning, but their cognition is impaired on some level.

Does cerebral palsy affect intelligence?

Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a series of muscle and movement disorders. People with Cerebral Palsy have limited mobility or coordination of their arms and or legs. Although permanent, CP is fortunately non-progressive, meaning it does not worsen over time. Cerebral Palsy does not on its own affect a person's intelligence.