Qualitative insights into the experiences of French parents of children with developmental coordination disorder (DCD): Child-related challenges and family implications
This study highlights the daily challenges faced by parents and families of children with DCD. It emphasizes the need for better support systems during diagnosis and care, as well as increased awareness of DCD among professionals to ensure proper educational accommodations. Future research should focus on targeted interventions to assist parents and support their well-being. Limitations and suggestions for future research are discussed.
Authors
- Caroline Huron (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3890-6110)
- Jessica Letot (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0002-1615-0372)
- Émilie Cappe (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4792-8653)
- Léa Chawki
- Johanna Despax
Institutions
- Inserm (FR)
- Institut Universitaire de France (FR)
- Université Paris Cité (FR)
- Sorbonne Paris Cité (FR)
- CY Cergy Paris Université (FR)
- Laboratoire de Psychopathologie et Processus de Santé (FR)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Acta Psychologica
- Published
- 2026-03-11
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.actpsy.2026.106539
- Primary Topic
- Children's Physical and Motor Development
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00