Dyspraxia: A Neurodivergent History | DCD

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A Brief History of #Dyspraxia and the Future of learning differently is a webinar by Exceptional Individuals
About this event
This workshop will equip attendees with an understanding of different learning styles due to their neurodiversity, and identify which strategies would help with their own learning style in the workplace.
The Brief History of Dyspraxia is a webinar by Exceptional Individuals that discusses dyslexia and neurodiversity from historic, scientific and advocacy-perspective in an engaging interactive way.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
02:55 - What do we do at Exceptional Individuals?
04:16 - The spikey profile
05:24 - Dyspraxia: A Brief History
05:49 - Early 1900s
06:48 - Age when you were diagnosed with dyspraxia/believed you had it
08:57 - Motor Weakness (1925)
10:56 - Other names for dyspraxia/dyspraxics in the past
12:55 - Other Names Include...
15:27 - 1937
18:34 - Learning disabilities in order of prevalence
21:43 - Quote from AL Annell
23:39 - 1940 - 1960
25:20 - What activity do you find your are most 'clumsy' with?
27:12 - 1970s
29:15 - What is the biggest help for those with dyspraxia?
31:38 - 1980s
34:49 - Are governments currently doing enough for dyspraxia (children and adults)?
36:18 - Should dyspraxia be classed as a disability?
40:00 - 1990s
40:20 - What other Dyspraxia organisations have you heard of?
41:17 - 2010s/Ryan Sinclair from Doctor Who
42:51 - What other characters do you think have dyspraxia?
44:39 - Celebrities and dyspraxia quiz
46:07 - UK Equality Act (2010)
47:04 - What other protected characteristics do you resonate with?
47:51 - The future of dyspraxia (2021 onwards)/How far should we go to "cure" dyspraxia?
49:35 - Ethics
51:03 - Workplace Needs Assessments/Any questions?
54:54 - What happens next?
Websites/articles about famous people with dyspraxia
Exceptional Individuals' 5 Celebrities with dyspraxia: exceptionalindividuals.com/ab...
LDDA's Celebrities/famous people with dyspraxia: disabilitylibdems.org.uk/en/a...
The Dyspraxic Chef's Famous people with dyspraxia: www.thedyspraxicchef.com/livin...
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[@starjun97]

I wasn't aware of dyspraxia till I saw it in my diagnosis it fills the gaps of the two diagnosis of adhd and autism

[@ExceptionalIndividuals]

It's insightful to hear how your dyspraxia diagnosis has helped bridge the understanding between your ADHD and autism diagnoses. It's not uncommon for these conditions to overlap, and recognizing how they interconnect can provide a clearer picture of your experiences and the most effective strategies for support. This understanding is a crucial step towards tailoring approaches that address your unique needs.

[@wtfamidoing9716]

I was diagnosed with dyspraxia when I was a child, my parents put me in martial arts to help my coordination and I’ve Improved a lot Im hoping to start a career in the military soon

[@ExceptionalIndividuals]

Thanks for the comment, best of luck with your new career :)

[@wtfamidoing9716]

@@ExceptionalIndividuals thanks

[@sonnentausnest]

6:05 Oh hey, I saw that you put in "early 1900s" instead of "beginnings of 20th century"! Well done. While I can "translate" the numbers correctly, this version spares me the effort. I really appreciate that, thank you! 13:04 "developmental apraxia" was what they called it when I got diagnosed (I was 7 or 8 years old, was back in the 80's) 26:15 oh yes, I got many, many balls in my face. I hated sports classes. Good video, thank you!

[@ExceptionalIndividuals]

@sonnentausnest Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! I'm glad the phrasing made it easier for you-that's exactly what we aim for. It's interesting to hear about the terminology used in the '80s for developmental apraxia. And I can definitely relate to the sports classes experience; they can be tough for many. I'm glad you enjoyed the video and found it helpful. Your insights and personal experiences add great value to the discussion. Thank you for sharing!

[@merrylittlelife7674]

I was diagnosed with dyspraxia at 13. The 40's description of dyspraxia makes me laugh because it does resonate it. However, the mention of writing is complicated for me because I often have to go slower to make my writing legible, but it's also were I can best express myself and on a career assessment at 17 I scored extremely high in the writing category.

[@ExceptionalIndividuals]

It's interesting how dyspraxia can manifest differently for each person. It sounds like despite the challenges with writing speed, you've found a real strength and passion in expressing yourself through writing. Your high score in the writing category on the career assessment is a testament to your skill and talent in this area! It's inspiring to see how you've embraced your strengths despite the obstacles dyspraxia may present. Keep shining!

[@brainbeatuk]

I'm a chef and I have dyspraxia, luckily I learned knife skills before cutting fingers off (had a few close ones over the years) practice makes perfect I found I am mild though I'd say compared to others

[@ExceptionalIndividuals]

Glad to heat all you fingers are in tack :P

[@anubangia3179]

sports, kneading dough with hands, handwriting

[@ramitamathur2298]

I ah two different doctors said two different things to me. When I took the test and my old school they gave me the right answer .also have dyspraxia my sister dyslexia

[@ExceptionalIndividuals]

"@ramitamathur2298 It can be confusing and frustrating to receive conflicting information from different doctors about your condition. It's essential to advocate for yourself and seek clarity on any discrepancies in your diagnosis or treatment. Dyspraxia and dyslexia are separate conditions, but they can sometimes co-occur or be present within the same family. Dyspraxia primarily affects motor coordination and planning, while dyslexia involves difficulties with reading, writing, and language processing. If you have concerns about your diagnosis or treatment plan, consider seeking a second opinion or discussing your questions with a specialist who has experience with dyspraxia and dyslexia. Remember, you know your experiences and symptoms best, and it's important to find healthcare professionals who listen to and respect your perspective."

[@apexqc04]

Before I became properly aware of the neurodiversity range and community I was simply aware that I had what I personally called a "Cognitive Variance" and although I suspected I had something like ADHD, ASD cooked up with some Dyspraxia it wasn't until I chanced upon a conversation about addictions with somebody who turned out to be a Criminal Psychologist that spotted my autistic situation. But I am aware that the labelling can go both ways: being a big Babylon 5 fan in the 90's I had spent about two decades labelling neurotypicals as "mundanes"! At least not to their faces. But an interesting twist on wanting and waiting for a Dyspraxia assessment (as part of the larger ASD/ADHD scope) is that I had a spinal stroke early last year and was told by physios that if I did have dyspraxia it may severely hamper my recovery, and yet exactly the opposite has occurred - I got up and walking in record time, and apart from some notable forefinger/thumb weakness, I have done really well. However an interesting twist to this is that I am now over three months into learning a foreign language through a mobile app and in that time my physical recovery and coordination has been literally all over the place. Does dyspraxia centre around our language parts of a brain? Did I literally talk myself into walking again?

[@ExceptionalIndividuals]

This is really interesting! We still do not know so much about the brain but in some way it is possible

[@tudormiller887]

I was diagnosed with ADHD combined as an adult a few years ago. I also have the symptoms of Dyspraxia but it's hard to get an assessment on the NHS.

[@ExceptionalIndividuals]

@tudormiller887 It's great that you received your ADHD diagnosis, but I understand the frustration of trying to get assessed for dyspraxia. The process can indeed be challenging, especially within the NHS. Keep advocating for yourself and consider speaking with your GP about your symptoms. They might be able to refer you to a specialist or suggest alternative resources. Support groups and online communities can also offer advice and support as you navigate this process. Stay persistent, and best of luck!

[@atheistbewildered2987]

Dyspraxia alone, without any of the usual comorbidities, is disabling in itself. Just leaving the home requires background hypervigilance due to lack of self confidence in motor accuracy

[@ExceptionalIndividuals]

Living with dyspraxia can indeed present significant challenges, even without additional comorbidities. The need for hypervigilance and the impact on confidence highlight the daily struggles individuals with dyspraxia face. Seeking support and accommodations can help navigate these difficulties and improve overall quality of life.

[@anubangia3179]

slow typing speed, not comfortable tying with both hands together.

[@anubangia3179]

Not too fond of video games

[@anubangia3179]

terrible in badminton

[@ExceptionalIndividuals]

Same here. Even worse when it comes to tennis, as the reaction speeds need to be a lot faster