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The unmet clinical needs of children with developmental coordination disorder

The aim of this study was to understand the challenges experienced by families obtaining a diagnosis and therapy for developmental coordination disorder (DCD). Parents of 435 children aged 4-18 years with persistent motor difficulties consistent with a diagnosis of DCD completed an online survey. Diagnostic timeline and diagnostic label/s received were examined, along with therapies accessed.

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Dimity Taylor

Occupational Therapist

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Lily Vo

Speech Pathologist

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Lindy Henry

Inklings Practitioner

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Samantha Rivers

Inklings Practitioner

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Gen Wilmot

Speech Pathologist

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Abby Chee

Clinical Psychologist

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Aria May

Clinical Lead, Speech Pathology