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Important Information About Pediatric Strokes

In general, stroke is a disease of the elderly. Every now and then, however, a young adult or a child suffers a stroke. Here you can find important information about the causes of stroke in the young, and other content that will guide you through different aspects of being a stroke survivor in the early years of your life.
Perinatal Stroke and Childhood Epilepsy
Perinatal strokes are strokes that occur around the time of birth. They leave babies with a great propensity to develop childhood epilepsy. Learn about perinatal strokes and about why they can be a powerful cause of epilepsy in children.
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke -Peds Stroke
Maintained by the The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke this sites is one of the most complete sites on the internet about pediatric stroke. Click here to find important information about to the statistics, causes, and treatments of pediatric strokes.
Young Enthusiastic Stroke Survivors-YESS
This uplifting group of youngsters is determined to conquer life after stroke. As such it provides support to young people whose lives have been changed by stroke. Click here to learn more about how to participate in the activities organized by this wonderful group of kids.
Pediatric Stroke
A website sponsored by the Children's Hemiplegia and Stroke Association, this link provides important information about stroke and stroke symptoms in newborns and small children. This site also provides helpful links to various stroke research studies, and to different support groups focused on helping parents of babies and children with stroke.
Psychological Issues After Pediatric Stroke
From the American Heart Association website, this link will bring you to an excellent discussion about the psychological impact of stroke in the pediatric population.
Children's Hemiplegia and Stroke Association
This website, maintained by The Children's Hemiplegia and Stroke Association, highlights the latest research in pediatric stroke, and serves as a resource for the parents of infants and children with stroke.

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