Dysgraphia is a learning disability disorder that may affect handwriting, spelling and the ability to put thoughts onto paper.
Causes
May be part of the following diagnosis:
- Sequencing Problems
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Visual process weakness
Symptoms
- An awkward pencil grip
- Difficulty organizing thoughts on paper
- Unable to finish words on paper
- May become tired quickly from writing
- Lack of punctuation and capitalization
- Avoids writing
The following resources include information on causes, symptoms and treatment:
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NIDS)
Articles Relating to Dysgraphia
Accommodations modifications for students with handwriting problems
Dysgraphia: When Writing Hurts