Oct 13, 2008

Encyclopedia of Children's Health | Beery-Buktenica Test

Definition

The Beery-Buktenica visual-motor integration test is a neuropsychological test that analyzes visual construction skills. It identifies problems with visual perception, motor coordination, and visual-motor integration such as hand-eye coordination.

Purpose

The Beery-Buktenica Test, also known as Developmental Test of Visual-Motor Integration or VMI, is designed to identify deficits in visual perception, fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination. It may be used to diagnose cognitive development disorders in young children...

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