Developmental coordination disorder, also known as dyspraxia, is characterized by movement coordination disabilities: however, it does not interfere with intelligence. It affects balance, movement, day-to-day activities like cooking, driving, dressing, etc., writing and drawing, socializing, organizational skills, time management, planning, etc. Although the cause is unclear, it is common in premature babies and runs in families. Cognitive behavior therapy and occupational therapy are the treatment modalities that help in performing daily activities.
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Please interpret my MRI brain for any developmental anomalies.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 24-year-old male. My main issue is people say that I behave like a 10-year-old boy. I think I have dyspraxia. I lack gross motor skills. I cannot play any sports. I cannot drive a car properly. People get averted due to my behavior. I have bad handwriting and I attempt things in... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As discussed earlier, there is no doubt about the diagnosis of motor coordination disorder or dyspraxia. Many of your problems can be explained on the basis of dyspraxia itself and I feel you are right in saying that you have dyspraxia. However, your current post does ... Read Full »
Kindly suggest the signs and symptoms of dyspraxia.
Query: Hi doctor, What are the signs and symptoms of dyspraxia in a 6 year old boy? Kindly explain. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. 1. The child will have difficulty in doing fine actions like writing with a pencil, tying shoelaces, eating with a spoon, etc. 2. Also, the normal day-to-day activities of a healthy child that can be achieved at the age of 6 years may not be achieved by a child with dyspr... Read Full »