Successfully Negotiating Life Challenges: Learnings From Adults With Cerebral Palsy.

Despite facing multidimensional inequalities, some adults with cerebral palsy achieve positive social outcomes (e.g., independent living, employment, and romantic relationships). We interviewed 23 adults (aged 23-47 years) about how they successfully negotiated the challenges of adulthood. Common to all life situations was (people without cerebral palsy) . Origins of success lay in their (e.g., typical parental expectations with commensurate support and acceptance and supported involvement in school life). Their (e.g., positive self-concept, well-honed social skills, and physical fitness) combined with (e.g., expectations of involvement in adult activities and accessible and accommodating environments) enabled them to find ways of negotiating challenges. included drawing on knowledge and skills, gravitating toward those who are comfortable with difference, maintaining function, and using natural and paid supports. The findings suggest multiple avenues for supporting people with cerebral palsy to achieve positive social outcomes.