Abstract
This paper represents a review of the research that focuses on a population of strong clinical interest on a national and international scale—infants born with low birth weight (LBW). Among the numerous developmental deficits commonly associated with this group, one of the most frequently cited problems is poor fine- and visual-motor integration. In addition to the direct perceptual-motor development concern, the literature provides a reasonable case that such deficits place this population at increased risk for subnormal academic performance and difficulties with specific daily living (self-help) activities. By assessing the infant at an early age and designing specific strategies for intervention, clinical psychologists can play a major role in improving fine- and visual-motor behavior in this population.
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Gabbard, C., Goncalves, V.M.G. & Santos, D.C.C. Visual-Motor Integration Problems in Low Birth Weight Infants. Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings 8, 199–204 (2001). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1011373721162
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