Estudos com crianças brasileiras com transtorno do desenvolvimento da coordenação: onde estamos e para onde vamos? Uma revisão de escopo

Abstract

Introduction: Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is a condition in which motor coordination skills are incompatible with the individual's chronological age, meaning they are below expected levels even with opportunities for development. Objective: This article aims to conduct a survey and characterization of Brazilian studies on children with DCD published in the last 20 years. Method: A scoping review was conducted, as it is a suitable methodology for mapping literature broadly, demonstrating the types of evidence and their characterization, including how they were produced and conducted, as well as possible research gaps. Results: 82 articles were identified, with the majority focusing on interventions (21.95%), revealing research gaps related to socio-emotional themes (4.87%) and socio-economic and environmental factors (7.31%). The use of various protocols was evidenced, primarily MABC-2 (79.26%) and DCDQ-BR (28%). There was low coverage of studies in the Northeast (9.75%), North (1.21%), and Midwest (0%). The most studied age group was between 6 and 10 years (72.4%), with less focus on ages 11 to 12 years (15.2%) and 3 to 5 years (12.4%). Conclusion: It is evident that the research is in a promising initial phase. However, to achieve a comprehensive and robust overview, it is essential to progress towards areas that have not yet received sufficient attention and investigation.