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What is dyspraxia?

DYSPRAXIA

what is dyspraxia?

Dyspraxia, (also known as Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)), affects movement, coordination, and planning skills. Dyspraxic people often struggle with coordination and find tasks like handwriting, tying shoelaces or organising thoughts challenging. While it’s not as widely recognised as conditions like dyslexia or ADHD, it can have a big impact on daily life. 

In this blog, we’ll answer the question  ‘What is dyspraxia?,’ including key traits, how it affects daily life and how Aim Forward can help you access support.

Common characteristics of dyspraxia

Dyspraxia affects people in different ways, but some common challenges include:

Movement and coordination

  • Fine motor difficulties – Struggles with writing, using buttons or zippers, tying shoelaces, or gripping small objects.
  • Gross motor challenges – Difficulty with balance, spatial awareness, running, jumping, or participating in sports.

Thinking and processing

  • Organisation and sequencing issues – Finding it hard to plan and complete multi-step tasks, follow instructions, or manage time effectively.
  • Slow processing speed – Needing extra time to take in information or respond to tasks.

Sensory sensitivities

  • Over- or undersensitivity to touch, sound, light, or textures, making certain environments overwhelming or uncomfortable.

Speech and Language

  • Challenges with speech clarity, pronunciation, or expressing thoughts fluently.

How dyspraxia affects daily life

Dyspraxia isn’t just about movement—it can impact many areas of life, including:

● School and learning – Writing can be tiring and messy, making schoolwork harder to keep up with.<br /> ● Sports and physical activities – Dyspraxic people may find PE, team sports, or activities like cycling and swimming more challenging.<br /> ● Daily tasks – Dressing, using cutlery, or even walking through crowded spaces can take extra effort.<br /> ● Organisation and time management – Planning and remembering tasks can be tricky, leading to missed deadlines or feeling overwhelmed.<br /> ● Social and emotional well-being – Struggling with coordination and organisation can lead to frustration, anxiety, and lower self-confidence.

While these challenges can be frustrating, getting support can make everyday life easier.

How Aim Forward can help

At Aim Forward, we understand that every dyspraxic person has their strengths and struggles. That’s why we offer tailored support to help individuals manage challenges and build confidence.

Our services include:

✅ Comprehensive assessments – We help identify dyspraxia and overlapping learning difficulties, like ADHD or dyslexia.

✅ Personalised strategies – After an assessment, we can provide practical and personal recommendations to help with organisation and daily tasks.

✅ Coaching and support – We work with individuals to embed new strategies and build confidence in managing dyspraxia-related challenges.

Dyspraxia can present unique challenges, but with understandingand tailored support, dyspraxic people can thrive in school, work, and daily life.

If you or someone you know might have dyspraxia, remember, you’re not alone. Aim Forward is here to help you understand your strengths, develop new strategies, and navigate life confidentially.

Want to learn more? Get in touch with us today.