Fine motor skills in typically developing school children
This study looks at how well school-aged children perform fine motor tasks (like handwriting) to understand typical development. It does not test any medication or treatment, just observes children in a non-invasive way to learn more about normal fine motor skills.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be 8 to 12 years old and in primary school.
- Both boys and girls are welcome to participate.
- Your child should be able to understand simple spoken instructions and read/write basic English for their school level.
- Your child should attend school regularly and not be in serious competitive athletic training.
- Your child should not have certain medical conditions like ADHD, autism, or learning disorders that affect handwriting.
- Your child should not have had recent arm or hand injuries, or any conditions affecting movement or handwriting.
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