Dysgraphia is a writing disability, causes, effects, remedies and some compensatory strategies

1. Dysgraphia is a type of learning
disability that affects your
ability to write.

2. Dysgraphia Defined
•a specific learning disability in which the ability
to express oneself through written language is
impaired. Simply put, dysgraphia describes
difficulty with writing. Dysgraphia is not the
result of an intellectual impairment, nor is it
dependent upon your ability to read. Dysgraphia
has the potential to cause problems with
spelling, organizing words on a page, and putting
your thoughts on paper.

3. •brain damage
•physical illness or deformity
•intentionally poor penmanship
•no or inadequate instruction
•disorientation
•multiple mental images
•inadequate natural orientation

4. •Handwriting that is illegible
•Letter sizes and shapes are irregular
•Incomplete letters
•Difficulty using writing as a means of
communication
•Awkward pencil grip
•Several spelling mistakes when writing
•Saying words aloud to yourself while writing

5. •Avoidance of or refusal to complete tasks that
involve writing or drawing
•Missing or incomplete words in sentences
•Trouble with grammar and sentence structure
•Inefficient use of paper lines and spaces
•Pain in the hand or arm while writing
•Discrepancy between understanding
demonstrated through verbal communication
and written ideas
•Easily gets tired when writing

6. •Occupational therapy can improve fine
motor skills that control hand
movement.
•Educational therapy can help kids
develop strategies to approach writing
assignments and reduce frustration.

7. •Understanding
•Print or Cursive
•Computer
•Spelling checker
•Encourage student to be patient
•Remove neatness
•Reinforce the positive aspects of student's
efforts.

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