Dyspraxia is a neurological disorder that affects the planning and execution of movements and actions. It can affect a person’s ability to perform daily tasks such as dressing, writing, eating, and moving. Dyspraxia can also affect verbal and nonverbal communication and spatial understanding.

Symptoms of dyspraxia

•  Difficulty planning and executing movements and actions
•  Difficulty performing daily tasks
•  Coordination and movement control problems
•  Verbal and nonverbal communication problems
•  Spatial comprehension and perception problems

Treatment of dyspraxia

There is no cure for dyspraxia, but there are treatments that can help improve symptoms. These treatments may include:

• Occupational therapy: this therapy aims to improve a person’s ability to perform daily tasks and improve coordination and movement control.
• Speech and language therapy: this therapy aims to improve verbal and nonverbal communication.
• Cognitive therapy: this therapy aims to improve understanding and spatial perception.
• Tips for families and friends:
• Be patient and understanding with the person with dyspraxia. It may be difficult for them to do certain things and they may need more time to complete tasks.
• Encourage and support the person in obtaining treatments such as occupational therapy and speech and language therapy.
• Be open and listen when the person with dyspraxia talks about their difficulties and needs.