Expressing support for the designation of October 9 through October 16, 2025, as "National Dyspraxia/Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) Awareness Week" and a commitment to raise awareness of dyspraxia/DCD in the United States.
United States119th CongressHRES-796House of Representatives
Updated: Oct 8, 2025
Summary
The House designates October 9 through October 16, 2025 as National Dyspraxia/Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) Awareness Week to highlight a neurodevelopmental condition that affects fine and gross motor skills but not cognition. It emphasizes that dyspraxia, which affects 5‑6% of Americans, is often underdiagnosed and misunderstood by parents, educators, and health professionals. The resolution urges the development of trained professionals and expanded diagnostic and therapeutic services, including speech, physical, occupational, and mental‑health counseling. It also stresses the need for early intervention to mitigate challenges in school, work, and daily life. The resolution calls for increased public awareness, improved services, and accelerated research on dyspraxia/DCD. It recognizes the emotional and social consequences of untreated symptoms, such as low self‑esteem, anxiety, and depression, especially in low‑income and minority communities. The House encourages states, territories, and localities to support the goals of the Awareness Week and to honor the families and individuals affected by this lifelong disorder.
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