Dyspraxia (Developmental Coordination Disorder)

§ 01 — Definition

Dyspraxia, clinically known as Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), is a neurological condition that affects motor planning and coordination. It can impact gross motor skills (running, jumping, balance), fine motor skills (handwriting, buttoning, using utensils), and oral motor skills (speech clarity, chewing). Dyspraxia is not an intellectual disability — children with dyspraxia often have average or above-average intelligence but struggle to translate intentions into coordinated physical actions. It frequently co-occurs with autism, ADHD, and specific learning disabilities. Occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy are the primary interventions. Accommodations at school might include keyboard access instead of handwriting, extra time for tasks, and adapted PE.

§ 03 — Related