Although psychology, and some specialist psychologists in particular, can point to the reasons why people behave in certain ways, there is something singularly unique about a child's handwriting that can accurately reflect their current state of mind, character and temperament. Although it is not the final arbiter, having a really poor handwriting at an early age may well point to a problem that will need professional help. However, the issue may not be serious enough to warrant that sort of intervention. At school level, the good news is that help is at hand for the caring parent.