Publication

Early Interventions for Children with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)

Author(s)

Dr. Nikta Hatamizadeh, Dr. Masood Gharib, Dr. Zahra Nobakht, Dr. Roshanak Vameghi

Year

2020

Language

Persian

BISAC Code

MED003000 (Medical, Allied Health Services, Rehabilitation)

Scopus Subject Area

Pediatric Rehabilitation, Motor Disorders, Early Intervention

Target Audience

Pediatric therapists, Occupational therapists, Rehabilitation researchers, Health educators

Citation Info

Hatamizadeh N, Gharib M, Nobakht Z, Vameghi R. Early Interventions for Children with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). Tehran: University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences Press; 2020. 70 p.

summary

Children with developmental coordination disorder (DCD) do not show signs of upper or lower motor neuron lesions or peripheral neuromuscular disorders, nor do they have intellectual disabilities. In infancy, they exhibit delayed motor development. Later, they appear clumsy, frequently bumping into objects and others. These children struggle to acquire gross and fine motor skills and are less agile than their peers, facing challenges at home and school. This book presents definitions, etiology, clinical signs, differential diagnoses, and comorbidities associated with DCD, followed by detailed rehabilitation intervention strategies. Appendices 1 and 2 provide practical training content for parents, health educators, and teachers to help create supportive physical and educational environments at home and school, enhancing development, abilities, and social participation of these children.