Learn to Move initiates research collaboration with the Gillberg Centre, University of Gothenburg
Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) affects approximately 6% of children. We know that it can affect many areas of a child’s life — especially if the child does not receive appropriate support and develop self-awareness. DCD affects participation in play and activities, everyday functioning and learning, as well as the child’s self-esteem. But what happens when you are an adult? There is a lack of both follow-up and knowledge in this area. What we do know is rather discouraging, as DCD can affect many aspects of a person’s life and the choices they make. Christopher Gillberg and Elisabeth Fernell, paediatric neurologists, together with Ulrika Myhr from Learn to Move, have initiated a collaboration to follow up approximately 300 children diagnosed with DCD and examine their outcomes into adulthood. The project is still in its early stages, and more people will be involved as it develops.
We hope that this project will increase our knowledge of DCD and improve care and interventions, helping to achieve better long-term outcomes. Stay tuned for updates!