Occupational Therapy for Dysgraphia
Occupational therapy can benefit people with all forms of dysgraphia. However, this treatment is especially suitable for motor dysgraphia as it helps improve fine motor skills and handwriting skills. Some typical activities include:
– Draw lines in mazes
– Trace letters on a desk in shaving cream
– Work with modeling clay
– Learn how to hold a pen or pencil in a new way to write easier
– Try connect-the-dots puzzles
These simple exercises can improve the strength of the wrist and hand, build fine motor skills, as well as boost the confidence and capabilities of children in writing. [4]
Educational Therapy
Educational therapy is a procedure when educators support children one by one, often outside of school. The main goal is to help them with different aspects of writing. More especially, a therapist may teach children useful strategies and techniques to improve their handwriting skills. For instance, some positive talks can be done to manage current challenges. In addition, the therapist would help set relevant and realistic writing goals for kids. Under the guidance, children can have more confidence in writing properly. [5]
