Dysgraphia

Dysgraphia affects the physical process of writing and the ability to express thoughts in written form.

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What it is

Dysgraphia affects handwriting, spelling, and the translation of ideas into written form.

Signs in children

Illegible or painfully slow handwriting
Huge gap between oral answers and written work
Complaints of hand pain when writing
Avoidance of written assignments
Spelling inconsistent with vocabulary level

Signs in adults

Typing preferred over handwriting whenever possible
Written work takes disproportionate time
Ideas flow in conversation but not on paper
Difficulty with forms and note-taking
Work history limited by writing demands

How WhyTheyThink screens for it

Questions address handwriting effort, written output quality, and the gap between spoken and written expression.

Frequently asked questions

Is dysgraphia related to dyslexia?

They often co-occur but are distinct. Our screening maps both separately within the same questionnaire.

Will typing accommodations show in screening?

Self and parent reports about writing difficulty still reflect underlying dysgraphia patterns even when typing is used.

Can schools use this for IEP documentation?

Educator observations can support conversations about accommodations. Formal assessment is still required for IEP eligibility in most districts.