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Medical AI Inquiry: You was designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.  Labels: OBJECTIVE, METHODS, RESULTS. Meshes: Cerebral Palsy, Child, Preschool, Communication, Cooperative Behavior, Female, Health Services Needs and Demand, Humans, Male, Needs Assessment, Occupational Therapy, Parents, Patient Education as Topic, Patient Participation, Professional-Family Relations, Qualitative Research.
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Does parents ' experiences and need regarding physical and occupational therapy for their young children with cerebral palsy? Context: To explore the experiences and needs of parents of young children (aged 2-4 years) with cerebral palsy (CP) regarding their child's physical and occupational therapy process in a rehabilitation setting. A qualitative design was used involving semi-structured interviews with 21 parents of young children with CP. Interviews were conducted until informational redundancy was achieved. Three major themes were identified: Information, communication and partnership. A fourth, overarching theme emerged: The process of parent empowerment. Experiences and needs differed between parents and changed over time.
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This study suggests that various themes play a key role in the experiences and needs of parents of young children with CP. The identified themes provide important insights into how and why service providers might change their approach. Final Decision: yes