Dyspraxia In Adults
Symptoms of dyspraxia
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The symptoms of dyspraxiacan vary between individuals andmay change over time.
Co-ordination difficulties
The co-ordination difficulties associated with dyspraxia can reducetheperson's ability to participate and function in education and employment.
Difficulties with self-care, writing, typing, riding a bike and playing may start in childhood and continue into adulthood. An adult may also experience new difficulties, for example withdriving a vehicle or DIY.
Other difficulties
Adults with dyspraxia may also havesocial and emotional difficulties, as well as problems with time management, planning and personal organisation. These may affect the person's education or employment.
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Diagnosing adult dyspraxia
The first person to contact if you think you may have undiagnosed dyspraxia or co-ordination difficulties is your GP. Its a good idea to take in information with you, such as a checklist with examples
Introduction
Dyspraxia, also known as developmental co-ordination disorder (DSD), is a common disorder that affects movement and co-ordination.
Other conditions
If you have dyspraxia, you may also have another health condition that requires separate treatment. For example: depression (long-term feelings of sadness) this can be treated with a combination of
Symptoms of dyspraxia
The symptoms of dyspraxiacan vary between individuals andmay change over time. Co-ordination difficulties The co-ordination difficulties associated with dyspraxia can reducetheperson's ability to pa
Treating dyspraxia in adults
Dyspraxia does not affect intelligence, but may make learning new skills more difficult. Adults with dyspraxia may have developed coping strategies to find ways around everyday tasks they find difficu
Who is affected?
Estimates vary, but dyspraxia is thought to affect around 3% of adults in the UK. It is more common in men, and often runs in families. It is not known what causes dyspraxia, butsome childrenborn pre