Abstract
Affecting one in 20 children, developmental coordination disorder (DCD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that impacts a child’s ability to learn motor skills and significantly interferes with daily life, school performance, and leisure pursuits. While primarily a motor disorder present from early in life, DCD often persists into adulthood and affects physical health, mental health, and quality of life. DCD frequently cooccurs with other neurodevelopmental disorders, including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autism spectrum disorder, and learning disabilities. While the etiology of DCD is relatively unknown, neuroimaging studies have confirmed a neural basis to the disorder, showing differences in brain structure and function compared to controls. Possible genetic contributions and environmental exposures are also being investigated as potential causes of DCD. Rehabilitation interventions have shown promise in improving motor skills of children with DCD; however, more comprehensive interventions are needed to address the secondary consequences of the disorder across the lifespan.
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