Do I Have Dysgraphia?

Do you have difficulty forming letters or numbers by hand?

Do you have slow handwriting development compared to your peers?

Do you have illegible or inconsistent writing?

Do you mix upper and lower case letters?

Do you have trouble writing in a straight line?

Do you have difficulty with spelling?

Do you have a slow writing speed, even when copying?

Do you have poor spatial skills (uneven spacing, poor use of margins)?

Do you have difficulty articulating your thoughts in writing?

Do you have cramps or pain in the fingers, wrists, and palms while writing?

Do you have an awkward pencil grip?

Do you have an unusual posture or positioning when writing?

Based on your answers it is unlikely that you have dysgraphia. Dysgraphia is a neurological disorder characterized by difficulty with handwriting. It is a type of learning disability that impairs writing ability and fine motor skills. It affects both children and adults, although this disorder is often undiagnosed. Dysgraphia affects all aspects of the writing process including readability, spelling, word size and spacing. A person may have dysgraphia as an isolated disorder, but in most cases dysgraphia is accompanied by other conditions such as dyslexia (difficulty reading) and attention deficit disorder (ADD).

Based on your answers there is a possibility that you have dysgraphia. Dysgraphia is a type of learning disorder that affects the writing process. Children with dysgraphia usually have problems with writing mechanics and fine motor skills. The symptoms of dysgraphia change over time, so that adults with dysgraphia show difficulties with grammar and writing original texts (putting their thoughts on paper). Dysgraphia may affect learning, but has nothing to do with intelligence. A diagnosis is based on a detailed analysis of written expression. Dysgraphia is usually diagnosed by a psychologist who specializes in learning disorders, although very often a team of experts participates in the diagnostic process.

Based on your answers there is a high possibility that you have dysgraphia. Dysgraphia is a learning disorder that refers to the impaired writing process. A person with dysgraphia has difficulty with handwriting, typing and spelling. The main feature of dysgraphia is a messy handwriting. The person has difficulty forming letters, writing in a straight line, correct spacing of letters on the page or holding a pen. It often can't find a comfortable position to write. Treatment of dysgraphia involves occupational therapy. It is a form of therapy that can help develop fine motor skills and improve writing skills. Physical therapy can improve your posture and hand position.