Spatial dysgraphia results from issues with spatial awareness. This may show as difficulty staying within the lines on a piece of paper or using a correct amount of spacing between words. All forms of handwriting and drawings, from individuals with this type of dysgraphia, are usually illegible.

What causes spatial dysgraphia?

Spatial Dysgraphia is due to a defect in the understanding of space. This person has illegible spontaneously written work, illegible copied work, but normal spelling and normal finger tapping speed.

What are signs of dysgraphia?

Symptoms. Kids with dysgraphia have unclear, irregular, or inconsistent handwriting, often with different slants, shapes, upper- and lower-case letters, and cursive and print styles. They also tend to write or copy things slowly.