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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

NeurologicalDisorder: Developmental dyspraxia, referred to as developmental coordination disorder (dcd), in the us and europe, is a chronic neurological disorder beginning in childhood that can affect planning of movements and coordination as a result of brain messages not being accurately transmitted to the body.

Answered 4/25/2013

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Dr. Patricia Harkins answered

Specializes in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics

Dyspraxia: Dyspraxia results when the brain is not good at planning motor actions. It can affect speech and be general. Occupational and speech therapy can help. The biggest problem that comes from it is terrible problems learning to write.

Answered 8/16/2013

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