An informative open access article that discusses poor motor skill ability and ADHD found at: http://bit.ly/fyjpAk

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1. Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most prevalent neurodevelopmental disorders, affecting approximately 3-9% of all school-aged children.

2. ADHD is characterized by a chronic developmentally inappropriate pattern of hyperactivity, inattention and impulsivity, which impairs academic performance, social interaction, and family function.

3. A high percentage of children with ADHD (30-50%) continuing to experience symptoms into adulthood.

4. Poor motor performance skills, are prevalent in children with ADHD, characterized by: excessive overflow movements, poor timing, force control, balance leading to poor ADL ability; e.g. tying shoes, poor handwriting, etc.

5. 50% of children with ADHD display motor coordination problems consistent with developmental coordination disorder (DCD).

6. The typical feature of DCD involves a marked impairment in the performance of motor skills that is not due to general intellectual, sensory, or motor neurological impairment. www.HandTutor.com