Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD): An overview of the condition and research evidence
Motriz (Online)
; 25(2): e101923, 2019.
Artículo
en Inglés
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LILACS-Express
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| ID: biblio-1002702
Biblioteca responsable:
BR1.1
ABSTRACT
Abstract Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is a neurodevelopmental condition marked by impairments in the development of motor coordination. The uncoordinated movements of children with DCD lead to performance difficulties in daily life activities and academic settings. Despite the high prevalence of this condition (2-7%) and severe consequences associated with it, DCD is not well recognized in clinical and educational practices, particularly in Brazil. This review provides an overview of DCD and the research evidence - we present definitions and characteristics associated with the condition, the diagnostic criteria, associated difficulties, frequent co-morbidities and a summary of the possible causes. Finally, we review management strategies and intervention approaches for DCD. We also discuss some of the common challenges of the field - while DCD has been largely studied in the last decade, there are still many gaps between research and practice that need to be filled. Awareness and dissemination of relevant, scientific information is necessary. In conclusion, DCD is a significant condition with a clear diagnostic criteria, and requires intervention to improve motor and functional skills, which can improve the associated difficulties as well as the physical and mental health consequences of the condition.
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Bases de datos internacionales
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LILACS
Tipo de estudio:
Factores de riesgo
Idioma:
Inglés
Revista:
Motriz (Online)
Asunto de la revista:
EducaÆo F¡sica e Treinamento
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Medicina Esportiva
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Medicina F¡sica e ReabilitaÆo
Año:
2019
Tipo del documento:
Artículo
País de afiliación:
Brasil
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Estados Unidos
Institución/País de afiliación:
Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais/BR
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University of Texas at Arlington/US