ABSTRACT
Dyspraxia, also known as developmental coordination disorder (DCD), is categorised as a neurodevelopmental disorder which impacts the child in terms of motor function and organisation. Dyspraxia manifests in challenges with motor tasks, balance, perception and memory, and consequently can present substantial difficulties for the child in their daily life. Yet how does this really impact the child in their daily life? And what is the impact of dyspraxia in adulthood? This chapter discusses how dyspraxia may manifest initially and is subsequently assessed and diagnosed. Using tangible practice examples, this chapter explores the lived reality of dyspraxia for the child and family in their daily lives. This chapter considers the poorly understood nature of dyspraxia, when compared to other neurodivergent conditions such as ADHD and autism, and how this lack of awareness further negatively impacts dyspraxic children and their families.
