Does Anyone Have Dyspraxia

Yes, I have it, I was only diagnosed with it in June this year though, I'm 32 and I've obviously lived with it all my life, I always new I was different, but I didn't know why, I found it difficult to concentrate in classroom situations, but always did well on tests and exams. I have a problem with co-ordination and I have a mild form of number dyslexia. If you would like to talk to me more, feel free to send me a message.

The Dyspraxia Foundation defines dyspraxia as 'an impairment or immaturity of the organisation of movement' and, in many individuals, there may be associated problems with language, perception and thought. The term normally used is Developmental Dyspraxia or Developmental Co-ordination Disorder. The condition is thought to affect up to 10 percent of the population in varying degrees. It is probable that there is at least one dyspraxic child in every classroom requiring access to a specific treatment programme. Children with dyspraxia may demonstrate some of these types of behaviour: Very high levels of motor activity, including feet swinging and tapping when seated, hand-clapping or twisting. Unable to stay still High levels of excitability, with a loud/shrill voice May be easily distressed and prone to temper tantrums May constantly bump into objects and fall over Hands flap when running Difficulty with pedalling a tricycle or similar toy Lack of any sense of danger (jumping from heights etc) Continued messy eating. May prefer to eat with their fingers, frequently spill drinks Avoidance of constructional toys, such as jigsaws or building blocks Poor fine motor skills. Difficulty in holding a pencil or using scissors. Drawings may appear immature Lack of imaginative play. May show little interest in ëdressing upí or in playing appropriately in a home corner or wendy house Limited creative play Isolation within the peer group. Rejected by peers, children may prefer adult company Laterality (left- or right-handedness) still not established Persistent language difficulties Sensitive to sensory stimulation, including high levels of noise, tactile defensiveness, wearing new clothes Limited response to verbal instruction. May be slow to respond and have problems with comprehension Limited concentration. Tasks are often left unfinished