DCD

Question 1

what are the diagnostic characteristcs in DSM-5

Answer 1

1. learning and execution of coordinated motor skills is below age level
2. motor difficulties significantly interfere w ADLS
3. onset is in the early developmental period
4. motor coordination difficulties are NOT better explained by other diagnoses

Question 2

is DCD more common in boys or girls

Answer 2

boys
more prevalent in very low birth weight and premies

Question 3

what are some comorbid conditions

Answer 3

ADD
learning disability
speech impairments
sensory differences
autism

Question 4

what is the pathophysiology

Answer 4

multiple areas of brain implicated
-poor internal moduels (cerebellum)
-no medications effective

Question 5

what is the medical management

Answer 5

psychology
Ot
speech
ADD management

Question 6

what is the interventions

Answer 6

-task/activity oriented approaches plus body function/structure interventions=most effective
-individual PT for children <5-6 years
-individual or group based for >6 years