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Visual motor deficit
/vˈɪʒuːəl mˈəʊtə dˈɛfɪsˌɪt/
/vˈɪʒuːəl mˈoʊɾɚ dˈɛfɪsˌɪt/Visual motor deficit
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a condition characterized by trouble connecting what the eyes see with what the hands do, causing difficulties in tasks like writing, drawing, and hand-eye coordination
Example
A child with a visual motor deficit may struggle to form letters or numbers correctly when writing.
Someone with a visual motor deficit might have difficulty catching a ball or hitting a target during sports.
Individuals with a visual motor deficit may have trouble with tasks like pouring liquids, buttoning clothes, or threading needles.
Occupational therapists often work with individuals with visual motor deficits to improve skills like tying shoelaces or using scissors.
Students with visual motor deficits might find it challenging to complete puzzles or trace shapes accurately.
