dyspraxia

(dɪsˈpræksɪə)

(Pathology) pathol an impairment in the control of the motor system; it may be developmental or acquired, resulting from a cerebral lesion

[dys- + prax(is) + -ia]

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dispraxia

dyspraxia

[dɪsˈpræksiə] n → dyspraxie f

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dys·prax·i·a

n. dispraxia, impedimento o dolor al realizar cualquier movimiento coordinado.

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References in periodicals archive

Once defined as "clumsy child syndrome", dyspraxia affects the planning of movements and co-ordination as a result of brain messages not being accurately transmitted to the body.

We can dance if we want to.. Despite being diagnosed with dyspraxia, Aby Watson refused to let it limit her and proved she could become a dancer. Now she wants a theatre company full of performers with neurological disorders

His schoolteachers believed he might have dyspraxia - often called 'clumsy child syndrome'.

Our three children are all doomed to die in their teens; FAMILY TELL OF THEIR HEARTBREAKING DIAGNOSIS; EXCLUSIVE

Once "cruelly and incorrectly" referred to as "clumsy child syndrome", dyspraxia, which is also known as developmental coordination disorder (DCD), can run in families.

Is your child simply a bit clumsy or could they have dyspraxia? There may be an underlying cause if your child is having difficulties at school. LISA SALMON reports on an underdiagnosed condition

Dyspraxia used to be called the 'clumsy child syndrome' and indicates co-ordination difficulties.

Demystifying dyslexia: optometrist Kate McMahon writes about last month's course aimed to help demystify dyslexia

Dyspraxia is also known as "developmental co-ordination disorder" or "clumsy child syndrome" and affects more boys than girls.

WALES: WHY DID IT TAKE SO LONG? William suffered dyspraxia for 6 years before he was finally diagnosed..

The condition is also known as "developmental co-ordination disorder" or "clumsy child syndrome".

Letter: Mailbag - Facts on Dyspraxia

It used to be called "clumsy child syndrome" and now many refer to it as a hidden condition, because children don't appear any different from those without it.

What is dyspraxia? In association with the NHS

Dyspraxia, also known as 'clumsy child syndrome', is a difficulty with thinking out, planning and carrying out sensory and motor tasks.

CHARLIE IS OUR DARLING; Dyslexic schoolboy's a rugby, soccer and martial art expert even though he can't see properly

Dyspraxia, sometimes known as clumsy child syndrome, is a condition which affects a child's speech, co-ordination and social skills, and can often be missed by teachers and parents.

Night of fun to help children

The 15-year-old suffers from 'clumsy child syndrome' and her family say the school failed to protect her.

DISABLED GIRL SUES OVER CLASS BULLIES; Victim,15, wanted to kill herself over sick taunts

A teenager who has so-called 'clumsy child syndrome' has stumbled on an incredible personal cure.

JUDO JUST RIGHT FOR ANTHONY

More than pounds 100,000 of Lottery money is to be spent getting youngsters who suffer from socalled 'clumsy child syndrome' to skateboard, ride BMX bikes and rollerblade in Worcestershire, writes Shahid Naqvi.

Education: Activities put 'clumsy' children on course