Discover graphotherapy

Symptoms

Calligraphic forms are not respected
Tenses write
A badly held pencil
An entry that is too slow or too fast
The proportions are not respected, the "l" and the "e" are the same size for example
The writing is too big, clumsy or too small, unstructured
The child shows signs of writing anxiety (sweating, refusal, hesitation)

Possible solutions

Have him try graphic tools so that he can choose the one that suits him best (pen, pencil for the anxious who can erase, the felt tip that slips, the fountain pen, etc.)
Correct pen grip (thumb and index finger pinch the style, middle finger holds it)
Let him handle modeling clay (invigoratesfingers), stringing beads, etc.
Correct posture (avoid chairs with casters that are not stable enough), have them sit at the back of the chair against the backrest and in the middle, their forearms at table height, their heads not too straight near leaf)

Tips

Do not devalue the child at the risk of amplifying his problem and blocking him further. If problems persist, consult a graphotherapist.

Who is the graphotherapist

The graphotherapist is a qualified graphologist who has undergone specific training, both theoretical and practical. The fees are free and not covered by Social Security in France.

This technique is increasingly popular in Europe, but is little used in Quebec. It would be possible to get information from the Association des graphologues du Québec who can refer you to a specialist.

How does rehabilitation work?

After a graphomotor assessment including tests, control of laterality, examination of the child's notebooks, an interview with the child and the parents, and if the dysgraphia is proven, the child will take personalized rehabilitation sessions of approximately 45 minutes weekly.