The Importance of Parent and Child Opinion in Detecting Change in Movement Capabilities

2008 ◽  
Vol 75 (4) ◽  
pp. 208-219 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dido Green ◽  
Brenda N. Wilson
Keyword(s):  
Developmental Coordination Disorder ◽  
Parent Report ◽  
Therapy Outcomes ◽  
Parents And Children ◽  
Children And Parents ◽  
Measure Change ◽  
Movement Difficulties ◽  
Clinical Measures ◽  
Coordination Disorder ◽  
Made In

Background. Children and parents can make valid judgments about movement difficulties, which aids in the screening and assessment of Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). When considering therapy outcomes, child and family-centred practice supports the inclusion of parent and child perspectives to reflect progress made in meaningful daily contexts. Purpose. This paper describes an evaluation of the use of questionnaires for parents and children to measure change in motor performance. Methods. Questionnaires were administered to 43 children with DCD and their parents five times over two-and-a-quarter years in conjunction with other clinical measures. Findings. Parent report, using the Developmental Coordination Disorder Questionnaire, correlated significantly with clinical measures of motor skill, whilst parent and child perceptions differed. Children's confidence and resilience may influence their opinions of their ability. Implications. These results raise questions of whose perspective of progress is most valid and relevant — the therapist's, child's or parent's?

Evaluating the Factor Structure and Criterion Validity of the Canadian Little DCDQ: Associations Between Motor Competence, Executive Functions, Early Numeracy Skills, and ADHD in Early Childhood

Assessment ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 107319112110039
Author(s):  
Kesha N. Hudson ◽  
Michael T. Willoughby
Keyword(s):  
At Risk ◽  
Factor Structure ◽  
Developmental Coordination Disorder ◽  
The United States ◽  
Parent Report ◽  
Criterion Validity ◽  
Early Numeracy ◽  
Motor Competence ◽  
Numeracy Skills ◽  
Coordination Disorder

The Canadian Little Developmental Coordination Disorder Questionnaire (Little DCDQ-CA) is a parent-report screening instrument that identifies 3- to 4-year-old children who may be at risk for Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). We tested the factor structure and criterion validity of the Little DCDQ-CA in a sample of preschool-aged children in the United States ( N = 233). Factor analysis indicated that the DCDQ-CA was best represented by one factor. Using cutoff scores that were proposed by the developer, 45% of the sample was identified as at-risk for DCD. Although a much larger percentage of children was identified as at-risk than would be expected based on the prevalence of formal DCD diagnoses in the population, the Little DCDQ-CA demonstrated good criterion validity. Specifically, compared with their peers, children who exceeded the at-risk criterion demonstrated worse motor competence, executive functioning skills, and early numeracy skills and were rated as having greater ADHD behaviors by their teachers, all consistent with expectations for children who are at risk for DCD. Results are discussed as they relate to future use of the Little DCDQ-CA.

An Exploratory Study of Teachers’ Experiences in Physical Education With Children Thought to Have Developmental Coordination Disorder

2020 ◽  
pp. 1-18
Author(s):  
Chantelle Zimmer ◽  
Janice Causgrove Dunn
Keyword(s):  
Physical Education ◽  
Developmental Coordination Disorder ◽  
Semistructured Interview ◽  
Teachers Perceptions ◽  
Elementary Years ◽  
Teachers Experiences ◽  
Diverse Backgrounds ◽  
Positive Experiences ◽  
Movement Difficulties ◽  
Coordination Disorder

Teachers can create supportive conditions in physical education to mitigate experiences of stress for children with developmental coordination disorder (DCD); however, most are unfamiliar with DCD and lack adequate training to instruct children with impairments. The purpose of this study was to explore teachers’ perceptions of and interactions in physical education with children thought to demonstrate functional difficulties associated with DCD. A semistructured interview was conducted with 12 teachers across all elementary years with diverse backgrounds and thematically analyzed. Four themes were produced. Teachers (a) had differing views on the etiology of children’s movement difficulties, though (b) all recognized a range of difficulties children demonstrated. They (c) believed it was their role to facilitate positive experiences for these children in physical education but (d) experienced challenges in doing so. Training that increases teachers’ knowledge of and abilities to address the needs of children thought to have DCD is warranted.

scholarly journals Educator’s ability to identify students with coordination disorders: A review of literature

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 139
Author(s):  
Michalis Anastasiadis
Keyword(s):  
School Environment ◽  
Developmental Coordination Disorder ◽  
Learning Difficulties ◽  
School Intervention ◽  
Coordination Disorders ◽  
Movement Difficulties ◽  
Coordination Disorder ◽  
Specific Education ◽  
Specific Learning

According to research 5-7% of the total school population face motor learning difficulties such as Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). In addition to that, recent findings regarding comorbidity revealed that specific learning difficulties such as Dyslexia are very often co-exist with movement difficulties such as DCD. School environment seems to be an ideal setting for early identification, assessment and in-school intervention. Therefore, educators’ knowledge regarding DCD and their ability to identify and assess children with movement difficulties are crucial dimensions for an effective interventional management. The goal of the current paper was a review of the relative literature. The findings reveal that, without specific education, the educators have limited ability to recognize children with DCD. Furthermore, research has shown that well informed and educated educators can be very effective in identification and classification of students with movement difficulties. As a result, early intervention strategies can be developed and applied to help the students and their families. A review of the most commonly used identification instruments is also provided.

scholarly journals Developmental Coordination Disorder, Age and Play: A Test of the Divergence in Activity-Deficit with Age Hypothesis

2006 ◽  
Vol 23 (3) ◽  
pp. 261-276 ◽  
Author(s):  
John Cairney ◽  
John Hay ◽  
Brent E. Faught ◽  
Laurie M. Corna ◽  
Andreas D. Flouris
Keyword(s):  
Developmental Coordination Disorder ◽  
Free Play ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Activity Levels ◽  
Organized Activities ◽  
Different Ages ◽  
Movement Difficulties ◽  
Coordination Disorder ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship

The purpose of this study is to test whether the activity-deficit experienced by children with probable Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) increases with age by comparing activity levels of children with movement difficulties to those of peers without movement difficulties. Using a sample of children ages 9 to 14 (N = 581), we examined whether age influences the relationship between DCD and participation in vigorous play activities and whether the impact of age in this relationship is the same for free play versus organized activities. Consistent with previous work (Bouffard et al. 1996), we found no evidence to support the hypothesis that children with DCD become more inactive compared to their peers as they age; however, we do discuss the limitations in our sample and how some differences in the level of organized and free play are evident among cohorts of different ages. Directions for future research in this area are also discussed. $$ 152 words

French Canadian Cross-Cultural Adaptation of the Developmental Coordination Disorder Questionnaire '07: DCDQ-FC

2011 ◽  
Vol 78 (5) ◽  
pp. 318-327 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rose Martini ◽  
Marie-France St-Pierre ◽  
Brenda N. Wilson
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Adaptation ◽  
Developmental Coordination Disorder ◽  
Parent Report ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
French Canadian ◽  
Cross Cultural Adaptation ◽  
Canadian Population ◽  
Excellent Internal Consistency ◽  
Low Sensitivity ◽  
Coordination Disorder

Background. Parent-report measures, such as the Developmental Coordination Disorder Questionnaire'07 (DCDQ'07), are used to identify developmental coordination disorder (DCD) in children. Early identification of this condition is important to mitigate its social-emotional and health consequences. Unfortunately, few French-language assessments are available to therapists working with francophone populations. Purpose. The aim of this study was to undertake a formal translation of the English DCDQ'07 and begin to examine its psychometric properties. Methods. The translation was done using Beaton, Bombardier, and Guillemin's (2000) guidelines for cross-cultural adaptation. Methodologies described by Haccoun (1987) and Vallerand (1989) were used to address the psychometric qualities of the translation. Findings. The DCDQ'07 and its French translation (DCDQ-FC) are equivalent, with excellent internal consistency and test-retest reliability. Concurrent and construct validity were adequate for a screening measure; however, low sensitivity was obtained with both measures. Implications. The DCDQ-FC is a valid translation for use with a French Canadian population.

scholarly journals Cohort profile: the Canadian coordination and activity tracking in children (CATCH) longitudinal cohort

BMJ Open ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (9) ◽  
pp. e029784 ◽  
Author(s):  
John Cairney ◽  
Scott Veldhuizen ◽  
M Christine Rodriguez ◽  
Sara King-Dowling ◽  
Matthew Y Kwan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Motor Coordination ◽  
Developmental Coordination Disorder ◽  
Neurodevelopmental Disorder ◽  
Leisure Activities ◽  
Parent Report ◽  
Older Children ◽  
Activity Tracking ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Parents And Children

PurposeDevelopmental coordination disorder (DCD) is a prevalent, neurodevelopmental disorder affecting 2% to 5% of children, which is characterised by fine and gross motor problems. Children with DCD have been shown to be less fit and physically active than other children; however, the direction of causality is unknown as previous studies have typically been done in older children when the differences in fitness and physical activity are already present. The aim of the Coordination and Activity Tracking in Children (CATCH) study is to specifically address the issue of precedence by recruiting a large sample of children in early childhood.ParticipantsCATCH comprises a community-based sample of parents and children 4 to 5 years of age divided into two groups: at risk for DCD (rDCD; n=287) and typically developing (TD; n=301). Inclusion in the rDCD group required a score at or below the 16thpercentile on a standardised test of motor coordination and a score above 70 on a standardised test of intelligence.Findings to dateChildren in the rDCD group contained a higher proportion of males (67% vs 48%, χ2=21.9, p<0.001). Children in the rDCD group had lower mean IQs, aerobic and musculoskeletal fitness than children in the TD group (p<0.001 for all). There were no differences observed between groups for body composition or physical activity. Parent characteristics did not differ, with one exception: partners of reporting parents of rDCD children were less likely to hold a university degree (44% vs 57%, χ2=7.4, p=0.004). According to parent report, rDCD children experienced more problems in self-care, school and leisure activities (p<0.001 for all).Future plansChildren are being followed up annually for 3 years. At each follow-up, motor coordination testing is repeated, and data are collected on physical activity, fitness and social-emotional problems.

scholarly journals Attention-deficit hyperactivity and developmental coordination disorders: knowledge and practice among child and adolescent psychiatrists and paediatricians

2007 ◽  
Vol 31 (9) ◽  
pp. 336-338 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amanda Kirby ◽  
Gill Salmon ◽  
Lisa Edwards
Keyword(s):  
Attention Deficit ◽  
Developmental Coordination Disorder ◽  
Child And Adolescent ◽  
Further Training ◽  
Hyperactivity Disorder ◽  
Coordination Disorders ◽  
Movement Difficulties ◽  
Knowledge And Practice ◽  
Motor Difficulties ◽  
Coordination Disorder

Aims and MethodDespite extensive evidence that attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and developmental coordination disorder commonly present as overlapping disorders, it is not clear whether clinicians routinely enquire about movement difficulties when assessing children with suspected ADHD. We describe a survey that examines knowledge and practice of child and adolescent psychiatrists (n=107) and paediatricians (n=51) in this area.ResultsResults show that 67.3% of child and adolescent psychiatrists compared with 15.7% of paediatricians claimed to have poor or very poor knowledge of developmental coordination disorder, and 28% compared with 5.9% respectively reported that they never or only occasionally ask about motor difficulties.Clinical ImplicationsChild and adolescent psychiatrists should consider routine screening for developmental coordination disorder when assessing for ADHD. Further training in assessment of developmental coordination disorder is recommended to facilitate this.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Perspectives of Life Quality of Children with Developmental Coordination Disorder Compared with Typically Developing Peers

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 6495-6499
Author(s):  
Ganapathy Sankar U ◽  
Monisha R
Keyword(s):  
Developmental Coordination Disorder ◽  
Peer Group ◽  
Life Quality ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Body ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Subjective Perception ◽  
Parents And Children ◽  
Coordination Disorder

Rehabilitating the children and moving them away from impairment and focusing them towards changing body’s function and structuring the body will change the disablement and enhance the quality of life. Life’s quality is not a single component to attain and aim for, it is a multidimensional measure which aims to capture the subjective perception of well being for the child. The current study examines child and parents perspectives of life quality in children with and without developmental coordination disorder. Data was collected using KIDSCREEN-27. For child with DCD in group A total of 10 children and 10 parents were included and in control group in Group B, a total of 12 children and 10 parents were examined. Life quality dimensions were examined in 5 domains and children with DCD lies in a average range on all life quality domains and dimensions examined. On comparing parents and children with DCD, Children had higher score in physical impairment domain and parents considered that environmental steerers and personal habits negatively impact the child’s life quality. Children with DCD had poor life quality when compared with Peer group children.

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