At what age does the possibility of DCD appear?
If children are managing basic tasks at home and school, then parents and teachers may have already modified the expectations of the motor demands and tasks. However, if and when children with DCD start withdrawing socially or complaining that they cannot keep up with the demands at school, then parents should investigate the degree of severity and cause of the motor problems. This is important to do because, once a formal diagnosis is obtained, there are specific accommodations that can and should be made for the student at school. The strategies and accommodations will be described in the student’s Individualized Program Plan (IPP). The IPP is also known as an Individualized Educational Plan in other provinces or states.
