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Parental questions about developmental coordination disorder: A synopsis of current evidence

Cheryl Missiuna1, Robin Gaines, Helen Soucie

  • 1School of Rehabilitation Science and the Centre for Childhood Disability Research, McMaster University, Hamilton.

Paediatrics & Child Health
|November 26, 2008
PubMed

Insights

Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) knowledge is rapidly advancing, but recent findings are not easily accessible to pediatricians. This review compiles research to answer common parental questions about DCD diagnosis and management.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Developmental Neuroscience
  • Child Psychology

Background:

  • Knowledge on Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) has rapidly advanced.
  • Recent studies on DCD lack compilation for easy pediatrician access.
  • Parents frequently inquire about their child's movement difficulties and DCD diagnosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and organize recent DCD literature.
  • To address common questions from parents of children with DCD.
  • To equip pediatricians with research evidence for better recognition and parent communication.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and critical appraisal of current research.
  • Organization of information around frequently asked parental questions.
  • Focus on evidence-based answers for pediatricians.

Main Results:

  • The review synthesizes current research on DCD.
  • Common parental concerns regarding DCD causes, diagnosis, and co-occurring disorders are addressed.
  • Information is structured to aid pediatricians in recognizing DCD and informing parents.

Conclusions:

  • A comprehensive review of DCD research is presented.
  • Pediatricians can utilize this organized information to better understand and manage DCD.
  • Improved knowledge empowers pediatricians to support children with DCD and their families.

Keywords:
ChildrenDevelopmental coordination disorderMovement skill difficultiesParents

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