Disorder of Written Expression
Alternate Names : Written Expression Disorder
Definition Disorder of written expression is a childhood condition characterized by poor writing skills.
Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
Three to 10 percent of school-age children are affected by this disorder to some extent. Children with disorder of written expression have trouble with spelling, make frequent errors in punctuation and grammar, and have poor handwriting.
This disorder appears by itself or in conjunction with other learning disabilities. Other disabilities often linked with the disorder of written expression include the following:
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