Understanding Motor Behaviour in Developmental Coordination Disorder

Understanding Motor Behaviour in Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) draws together current knowledge of DCD, also referred to as dyspraxia, in the context of motor behaviour. International experts offer an overview of theoretical and methodological issues relating to motor development, motor control, skill acquisition, the influence of biological factors, education and therapy. Grounding DCD research within motor behaviour and typical development is central to understanding the condition. This unique approach makes the book invaluable for students in developmental psychology, clinical psychology, movement science, physiotherapy, physical education, and special education needs.

With contributions from: Barnett, A. L. – Oxford Brookes University, UK; Block, M. E. – University of Virginia, USA; Getchell, N. - University of Delaware, USA; Hands, B. - University of Notre Dame, Australia; Haywood, K. - University of Missouri-St. Louis, USA; Hill, E. – Goldsmiths, University of London, UK; Kennedy-Behr, A. – University of the Sunshine Coast, Australia; Law, C. - Oxford Brookes University, UK; Licari, M. - Curtin University, Australia; Newbury, D. – Oxford Brookes University, UK; Newell, K. M. – University of Georgia, USA; Pacheco. M.M. – University of Georgia, USA; Parker, H. - University of Notre Dame, Australia; Piek, J. – Curtin University, Australia; Rigoli, D. - Curtin University, Australia; Rodger, S. – University of Queensland, Australia; Stuart, N. – Oxford Brookes University, UK; Wilmut, K. – Oxford Brookes University, UK.

Anna Barnett is Head of Department for Psychology, Social Work & Public Health at Oxford Brookes University. Her general area of interest is perceptual-motor development which focuses on various aspects of Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) - including diagnosis and assessment in children and adults with this condition.

Elisabeth Hill is Professor of Neurodevelopmental Disorders at Goldsmiths University. Her research areas are neurodevelopmental disorders, developmental co-ordination disorder, autism spectrum disorder and the relationship between social and motor development in typical and atypical populations.