Question

The disorder that characterized by difficulty in muscle control, which causes problems with movement and coordination, language and speech which in turn can affect learning is:

• A. Dyslexia
• B. Dysgraphia
• C. Dyspraxia
• D. Dyscalculia

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Dyspraxia

• Dyspraxia, also known as Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), is a neurological condition that affects the way the brain processes information, resulting in messages not being fully or accurately transmitted to the body.

• Muscle Control & Movement: It primarily affects motor skill development. People with dyspraxia may appear "clumsy" or have trouble with "gross motor skills" (like jumping or running) and "fine motor skills" (like using scissors or buttoning a shirt).

• Coordination: It impacts balance and spatial awareness.

• Language & Speech: A specific type called Verbal Dyspraxia affects the coordination of the muscles used for speaking, making it difficult to pronounce sounds and words correctly.

• Learning: While it does not affect intelligence, the physical struggle with writing, organizing thoughts, and following instructions can create significant barriers to learning.

Disorder	Primary Difficulty
Dyslexia	Primarily affects reading, spelling, and word recognition.
Dysgraphia	Specifically affects the physical act of writing and handwriting.
Dyscalculia	Specifically affects the ability to understand numbers and math concepts.