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Prevalence of suspected developmental coordination disorder and associated factors in Spanish classrooms

Laura Delgado-Lobete1, Sergio Santos-Del-Riego1, Sonia Pértega-Díaz1

  • 1University of A Coruña, Faculty of Health Sciences, Campus de Oza S/N, A Coruña, Spain.

Research in Developmental Disabilities
|January 18, 2019
PubMed

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Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) affects 12.2% of Spanish schoolchildren, with higher prevalence in males, older children, and those with low physical activity. Early detection and intervention are crucial.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Neurodevelopmental Disorders
  • Child Psychology

Background:

  • Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is a neurodevelopmental motor disorder impacting daily activities and academic performance in children.
  • Understanding DCD prevalence and associated factors in specific populations is essential for targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of suspected DCD in a sample of Spanish schoolchildren.
  • To investigate the association between suspected DCD and socio-demographic factors.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study was conducted with 460 schoolchildren in northwest Spain (2017).
  • Suspected DCD was evaluated using the Developmental Coordination Disorder Questionnaire-European Spanish.
  • Multivariate logistic and linear regression analyses identified associated socio-demographic variables.

Main Results:

  • The prevalence of suspected DCD was 12.2%.
  • Significant associations were found between DCD symptoms and being male (OR=3.0), age over 10 years (OR=5.0), and low participation in physical activities (OR=2.3).
  • Preterm birth showed a non-significant trend towards increased DCD risk (OR=2.1).

Conclusions:

  • A substantial percentage of Spanish schoolchildren exhibit risk factors for DCD.
  • Socio-demographic factors are strongly linked to suspected DCD.
  • Detection protocols and classroom interventions should consider identified risk factors for effective DCD management.
Abstract

Keywords:
Child developmentDevelopmental coordination disorderEpidemiologyPrevalencePsychomotor performance

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