Search for dissertations about: "gross motor skill"

Found 3 swedish dissertations containing the words gross motor skill.

2. 1. Role of the dopamine system in motor skill learning : implications for neurodevelopmental disorders

   Author : Yu Qian; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Dopamine (DA), released by midbrain neurons, is critical for motor performance, motor skill learning, and corticostriatal synaptic plasticity. Dysregulation of DAergic signaling in corticostriatal circuitry has also been implicated in several highly heritable neurodevelopmental disorders, such as attention/deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), which are often associated with deficits in fine motor skills. READ MORE

4. 2. Cerebral palsy in Mulago hospital, Uganda : comorbidity, diagnosis and cultural adaptation of an assessment tool

   Author : Angelina Kakooza-Mwesige; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Cerebral palsy;

   Abstract : Background and aim: Cerebral palsy (CP) is the most common form of chronic motor disability that begins in early childhood and persists throughout life. The clinical features, including motor function, comorbidities and nutritional status, have not been investigated in Uganda. READ MORE

5. 3. Manual ability classification system (MACS) : development, evaluation and applicability

   Author : Ann-Marie Öhrvall; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : cerebral palsy;

   Abstract : The ability to use our hands affects how we carry out almost all daily activities. Children with cerebral palsy (CP) have varying degrees of difficulties using their hands, ranging from minor clumsiness to major problems with any voluntary movements. READ MORE