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Developmental coordination disorder: a review and update

Jill G Zwicker1, Cheryl Missiuna, Susan R Harris

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada. jzwicker@cw.bc.ca

European Journal of Paediatric Neurology : EJPN : Official Journal of the European Paediatric Neurology Society
|June 19, 2012
PubMed

Insights

Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) affects 5-6% of children, impacting daily activities and academics due to motor skill deficits. This review covers DCD

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Developmental Pediatrics
  • Occupational Therapy

Background:

  • Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is a prevalent neuromotor disability affecting 5-6% of school-aged children.
  • It is characterized by significant difficulties in motor coordination that interfere with daily living and academic tasks.

Observation:

  • Children with DCD exhibit challenges in both fine and gross motor skills.
  • Their motor performance is often slower, less accurate, and more variable compared to peers.

Findings:

  • This review synthesizes the history of DCD definitions, prevalence, etiology, and comorbidities.
  • It examines the impact of DCD on children's lives, prognosis, and current interventions.
  • Recent neuroimaging findings in children with DCD are also discussed.

Implications:

  • Understanding DCD's multifaceted nature is crucial for effective early intervention and support.
  • This comprehensive review aids clinicians and researchers in diagnosing and managing DCD.
  • Further research, including neuroimaging, can illuminate DCD's underlying mechanisms and inform treatment strategies.

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