Neurodiversity Week Wednesday - Dyspraxia

Today we are celebrating individuals with Dyspraxia (DCD –Development Coordination Disorder) and all the talents an individual with DCD can bring.

- Highly creative and bringing in different ideas

- Always see the bigger picture

- The ability to be highly empathetic and sensitive and build good relationships

- Great problem-solving skills

- Motivated and resilient

What is dyspraxia/Developmental coordination disorder (DCD)❓ Dyspraxia mainly causes difficulties with co-ordination and physical movement; the planning, organisation and carrying out of movements in the right order. It can be diagnosed by professionals such as a paediatrician, occupational therapist (OT), physiotherapist or an educational psychologist.

Every individual with DCD is UNIQUE, but some common challenges include:

- Co-ordination which can affect everyday activities such as tying shoe laces,

- writing and playing sports

- Organisation and planning, and working memory

- Time management

- Processing speed, memory and following direction

👨‍🦳Famous people with dyspraxia include, Daniel Radcliffe, Florence Welch (Florence and the machine) and Cara Delevingne

📚Below are some useful resources for parents around dyspraxia https://www.neurodiversityweek.com/parent-resources

💻We also have our own page full of information on dyspraxia or DCD https://www.kirkleeslocaloffer.org.uk/information-and-advice/a-z-of-specific-conditions/dyspraxia-or-dcd/

Neurodiversity Week Wednesday - Dyspraxia

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