Developmental Dyspraxia (DCD)
A developmental coordination disorder affecting the planning and coordination of physical movements, impacting tasks like writing, dressing, and sports.
🔍 Common Symptoms
- Difficulty with handwriting and drawing
- Clumsiness and frequent bumping into things
- Trouble with tasks involving sequences of movements
- Problems with self-care (buttons, laces)
- Poor sense of direction
🧬 Causes & Risk Factors
- Differences in brain development affecting motor planning
- Possible genetic factors
- Premature birth or low birth weight
✅ What To Do Next
- Occupational therapy for motor skills
- Physical therapy for coordination
- Task-specific practice and adaptive strategies
- School accommodations for written work