Association Between Motor Skills and Sensory Profiles in Children With Typical and Atypical Development Aged 4 to 11 Years

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF VIC - CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF CATALONIA · Jan 2, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying the relationship between motor skills and sensory processing in children aged 4 to 11 years. Researchers want to understand how these skills differ in children with typical development compared to those with developmental disorders, like Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). By comparing these groups, the study aims to provide insights that could help improve support and interventions for children facing these challenges.

To participate, children must be between 4 and 11 years old and have either typical development or a diagnosis related to one of the disorders mentioned. Parents or guardians will need to give consent for their child to join. Participants will undergo assessments to measure their motor skills and sensory processing. The study is designed to ensure the privacy and safety of all participants, and they can choose to withdraw at any time. Overall, this research hopes to enhance the understanding of how motor skills and sensory processing are linked, which could lead to better care for children with developmental differences.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Children aged 4 to 11 years.
• * Typical or atypical neurodevelopment, defined as follows:
• • ASD: Subclinical symptoms or Level 1 diagnosis.
• • ADHD: Predominantly inattentive, hyperactive/impulsive, or combined presentation. For children under 6, typical symptoms of the disorder (e.g., impulsivity, hyperactivity).
• * DCD: Diagnosed or meeting the following criteria:
• • Motor skills below age expectations.
• • Significant impact on daily activities or school performance.
• • Difficulties not attributable to another condition.
• • Parental/legal guardian consent.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Moderate to severe intellectual disability (IQ ≤ 51).
• • Neurological disorders (e.g., cerebral palsy) or syndromes.
• • Severe visual and/or auditory impairments.
• • Severe behavioral disorders.
• • Severe mental health disorders (e.g., depression, severe anxiety).