🏃 What Is Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)?

Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)—previously known as Dyspraxia—is a common but often misunderstood condition that affects motor coordination. It can impact how a person moves, balances, speaks, and completes everyday physical tasks.

DCD can affect both children and adults, and while it varies from person to person, it often leads to challenges with motor skills that others might take for granted.

🔍 Common Signs of DCD

People with DCD may experience:

• Poor hand-eye coordination

• Difficulty with balance and posture

• Clumsiness or frequent tripping/falling

• Differences in speech or articulation

• Perception difficulties (e.g., judging space or distance)

• Fatigue, especially during tasks that require coordination

  
  

These challenges can impact everyday activities like handwriting, tying shoelaces, riding a bike, or participating in sports.

🧠 DCD Is Neurological—Not About Effort or Intelligence

It’s important to understand that DCD is a neurological difference, not a result of laziness or a lack of intelligence. Individuals with DCD often work harder than others to complete physical tasks—and with the right support, they can find strategies that work for them.

📘 Learn More with NEST

If you’re supporting someone with DCD—or you suspect it may be part of your own experience—we’re here to help.

👉 Explore our Learn Zone page on DCD/Dyspraxia

You’ll find accessible information and tools designed to help you better understand and support those with DCD.

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