The impact for DCD – USA study: The current state of Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) in the United States of America

Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is among the most under-recognized and under-supported disorders worldwide. The aim of this study was to present a preliminary national study that evaluated the unmet needs of children with DCD in the USA using the Impact for DCD survey.

Citation:
Tamplain P, Miller HL, Peavy D, Cermak S, Williams J, Licari M. The impact for DCD – USA study: The current state of Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) in the United States of America. Res Dev Disabil. 2024;145

Keywords:
Children; Developmental coordination disorder; Dyspraxia; Motor development; Motor skills; USA

Abstract:
Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is among the most under-recognized and under-supported disorders worldwide. The aim of this study was to present a preliminary national study that evaluated the unmet needs of children with DCD in the USA using the Impact for DCD survey.