Coping with Dyspraxia (Overcoming Common Problems)

Dyspraxia is believed to affect up to 10% of the population, and involves difficulties with physical co-ordination. Children with dyspraxia may find it hard to learn to write, tie shoelaces or join in P.E. lessons. Adults with dyspraxia may find everyday tasks problematic, such as using a tin-opener, having a bath, playing sport or, in some cases, even speaking clearly. This updated edition of Coping with Dyspraxia explains how this condition may affect people, and how to cope with it, at any stage of life. Dyspraxia involves difficulties with physical co-ordination. Children with dyspraxia may find it hard to learn to write, tie shoelaces or join in PE lessons. Adults may find everyday activities problematic, driving, playing sport or, in some cases, even speaking clearly. This updated edition of Coping with Dyspraxia suggests ways to cope, at any stage of life. Topics include causes and diagnosis; children at nursery and school; teenagers and life skills; and support for adults. Conventional treatment and complementary therapies are also covered, along with sources of further information and help. Dyspraxia is believed to affect up to 10% of the population, both children and adults, and involves difficulties with physical co-ordination. This updated edition explains how this condition may affect people, and how to cope with it, at any stage of life.