We asked you, all of our burning questions about dyspraxia and Christmas, and in true community spirit, your answers came to the rescue, helping us tackle our festive woes together.
Hi my name is Isla, I was diagnosed with dyspraxia when I was 13. The thing I found hardest about having dyspraxia is the way I feel different from everyone. I feel like when I am in a busy environment I can hear everything single noise.
When it is a warm sunny day, I think back to my time at Primary School. Fond memories of May Day come into my mind. I remember wearing my hair in plaits and dancing around the Maypole. I remember the beautifully bright coloured ribbons, and the spectacular patterns we weaved with them. I have a little giggle to myself, when I remember that my school Celebrated May Day in June! I think this was when the SATS had finished.
Recently, The Independent, a mainstream media and news outlet from the UK, shared an article under their Health category titled “What is DCD? Underdiagnosed condition found to be as common as ADHD”.
The opportunity to travel is now a widely accepted privilege in the modern world. Thousands of young people have grasped the opportunity with both hands. Some backpackers may have been as nervous as me, some may not. We are all different. I would like to exemplify that as someone who is currently travelling the world and is neurodiverse.
I had always wanted to dance, long before Strictly was on our television screens, but I never had a chance as a child, mostly because I was considered too shy for lessons.
Starting university can be exciting. Yet, for students with dyspraxia, it often comes with extra hurdles. Dyspraxia affects movement and coordination, making everyday tasks more difficult. But with the right support and mindset, students can thrive. Understanding your condition and knowing how to adapt is key to turning challenges into opportunities for growth.
Summer is a time to enjoy the sunshine, but for dyspraxic people, staying safe in the sun can come with its own set of unique challenges. Applying sun cream is an important part of protecting your skin, but when coordination and spatial awareness don’t come naturally, it can be tricky to know if you’ve covered every exposed area.
When discussing dyspraxia, most resources focus on education and employment, often overlooking health and hygiene. Coordination difficulties like handwriting, cycling, or driving get some attention, but menstrual health is rarely addressed. Previously, The Dyspraxia Foundation provided valuable guidance on everyday health and hygiene, including menstruation. Unfortunately, due to financial difficulties, the charity closed, leaving a void in the dyspraxic community.
