Disorder of written expression (patient information)

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Synonyms and Keywords: Written expression disorder

Disorder of written expression is a childhood condition that involves poor writing skills.

• Errors in grammar and punctuation
• Poor handwriting
• Poor spelling

• Although no studies have been conducted to determine how common this disorder is, it is thought to be about as common as learning and reading disorders.

• This disorder appears by itself or along with other learning disabilities, such as:

• Developmental coordination disorder
• Expressive language disorder
• Mathematics disorder
• Reading disorder

Parents who are concerned about their child’s language ability should have their child tested by educational professionals.

Other causes of learning disabilities must be ruled out before the diagnosis can be confirmed.

Remedial education is the best approach to this type of disorder.

Directions to Hospitals Treating Disorder of written expression

• The degree of recovery depends on the severity of the disorder.

• Marked improvement is often seen after treatment.

• Learning problems
• Low self-esteem
• Problems with socializing

• Learning disorders often run in families.

• Affected or potentially affected families should make every effort to recognize problems early.

• Intervention can begin as early as preschool or kindergarten.

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001543.htm

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