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Dysgraphia a disability to affect the ability to write
Dysgraphia is a learning disability that affects writing abilities. It causes problems with spelling, organizing words on a page, and expressing thoughts in writing, despite normal intellectual and reading abilities. Symptoms include illegible handwriting, irregular letter sizes, and difficulty communicating through writing. Treatments include occupational therapy to improve motor skills, and educational therapy to develop strategies for writing assignments.
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Dysgraphia a disability to affect the ability to write
- 1. Dysgraphia is atype of learning disability that affects your ability to write.
- 2. Dysgraphia Defined •a specificlearning 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 illnessor deformity •intentionally poor penmanship •no or inadequate instruction •disorientation •multiple mental images •inadequate natural orientation
- 4. •Handwriting that isillegible •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 orrefusal 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 canimprove 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 •Spellingchecker •Encourage student to be patient •Remove neatness •Reinforce the positive aspects of student's efforts.
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