Dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder or DCD)
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General Information
Overview:
Dyspraxia affects motor coordination, planning, and execution of movements.
Common experiences:
- Poor balance or coordination
- Difficulty learning motor skills
- Trouble with everyday tasks (buttoning, tying shoes)
Beyond movement:
Dyspraxia can also affect organization, speech, and social skills.
Symptoms
Motor symptoms
- Poor balance and coordination
- Clumsiness or frequent dropping of objects
- Difficulty with fine motor tasks
Planning & sequencing signs
- Trouble learning new movements
- Difficulty organizing physical tasks
Additional challenges
- Fatigue from effortful movement
- Difficulty with time management
