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  • Child Psychology
  • Developmental Neuroscience
  • Pediatric Health

Background:

  • Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is associated with peer and behavioral problems.
  • Internalizing and externalizing behaviors are common in children with DCD.
  • The mediating role of peer problems in this relationship requires further investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the relationship between DCD, peer problems, and behavioral problems (internalizing and externalizing) in school-aged children.
  • To test the hypothesis that peer problems mediate the association between DCD and behavioral issues.
  • To explore the potential causal pathway where motor impairment influences peer relationships and subsequent behaviors.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional study involving 70 school-aged children (5-11 years).
  • Utilized the Movement Assessment Battery for Children 2 (MABC-2) to assess motor skills.
  • Employed the Intelligence and Developmental Scales to evaluate cognitive and developmental aspects.
  • Path analysis was used to examine the mediating role of peer problems.

Main Results:

  • Path analysis indicated that peer problems significantly mediate the relationship between DCD and both internalizing and externalizing behavioral problems.
  • A higher degree of motor impairment was associated with increased peer problems.
  • These peer problems, in turn, were linked to a greater likelihood of internalizing or externalizing behaviors.

Conclusions:

  • Peer problems play a crucial mediating role in the association between DCD and behavioral difficulties in children.
  • While a direct causal link cannot be confirmed due to the study's design, findings suggest motor impairment may lead to peer relationship challenges, exacerbating behavioral issues.
  • Emphasizes the importance of social integration and peer acceptance for children with DCD to mitigate behavioral problems.