Common Causes And Risk Factors For Dyspraxia And Overlapping Conditions

Hereditary Component

We do not know exactly what causes dyspraxia, but it is believed a hereditary component exists. A study performed in 2007 showed thirty-two percent of individuals with coordination issues similar to dyspraxia had family members who had the same issues, suggesting it could be passed down through family lines. This level of frequency suggests any genetic conditions that contribute to dyspraxia are recessive. In other words, both parents would have to exhibit symptoms to pass it down to the child. If the frequency were reported to be higher, it could be assumed to be a dominant gene.

Keep reading to learn more about dyspraxia's causes and risk factors.