Abstract
Perceptual-motor and motor problems have long been associated with the hyperactivity syndrome. In most texts describing the hyperactivity syndrome, mention is made of motor problems as at least a probable related symptom that can be troublesome for the child. Wender (1973) stated that approximately half of all hyperactive children reveal coordination difficulties.
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Pypher, J. (1980). Perceptual-Motor Training. In: Intervention with Hyperactive Children. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-6284-5_5
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