Inside Dyspraxia

                                       Defining Dyspraxia  D efinitions  Have you ever noticed that there a lots of definitions for the word Dyspraxia? And that each definition has its own slant on it? In other words dependant on where the definition is coming some aspects of dyspraxia are highlighted whilst others are ignored. Some definitions focus purely on the physical aspects whilst ignoring the mental side which in my opinion is dangerous giving the impression that dyspraxia is simply a physical issue, whereas if you are living with dyspraxia you know that it is a holistic problem. In other words it affects all aspects of your health and wellbeing. Dyspraxia is a neurological condition of course it is, but the brain is central to the rest of the human body therefore it cannot be separated. And some definitions give the impression that Dyspraxia is simply a childh...

Dyspraxia and Me...  Happy new year my fellow Dyspraxics, (Yes I know, were in February!) Ive been wanting to write for a while but been hit by writers block. Dont get me wrong I want to write but ive been at a loss for words and not known where to start. I figured that perhaps to get me back into the swing of writing and writing more regularly I need to give you some explanation of who I am and what I have been through. I have changed some names in order to protect individuals identities  Early years  My mum recalls that when I was toddler I was destructive and unhappy. She use to buy me Barbie dolls with their accessories, however, she had to stop because I kept breaking their necks and pulling their hair out. I dont even know why I did that but based on what my mum has said to me I was a frustrated and unhappy child who struggled to play and socialise with other children my age.  When   I think of junior school  I think of raw red skin chapp...

Fighting spirit  Hi all, what sort of Dyspraxic are you; a sun worshipper or shade seeker? I am not even sure how to answer that questions myself because this time last year I was a sun worshipper but at present I fall in the shade seeker camp. Normally ill soak up some sun to gain pain relief, but this year the heat is  hindering rather then helping my situation. No, I'm not pinning it on Dyspraxia, the pain it's caused by fibro myalgia. ( Ill talk about that another time). As for the Dyspraxia and the impact heat has on it; I am finding that I am irritable, wanting to be on my own more and much preferring the silence.  Unashamedly Dyspraxic Apologies that it has been so long since we have spoke. I have missed writing but my focus and energy ( or should I say lack of energy … lol) has all been directed one way. The last month or so has been and continues to be a challenge. But I got to tell you, it's times like these where I actually appreciate being D...

Dyspraxia and it's impact on mental health  It's Mental Health Awareness week  This week (14th -20th may) is Mental Health Awareness week, so i felt it was only fitting to go off on a Dyspraxic tangent and write about something different. Apologies though, i only realised it was Mental Health Awareness week 3 day's ago. If you have read my other blog you would know  that it led to a rant! After all i think that more, much more needs to be done with regards mental health. So today i am going to discuss; what is good mental health, what is poor mental health, then i will explore how dyspraxia can have an impact on mental health. To conclude this post, i will describe coping techniques that may help some of you to cope with these difficulties more effectively.  What is good mental health?      Whilst participating on a course the question "what is good mental health?" Popped up and we had ten minutes to discuss it and create a brain stor...

Building bridges  'Anything goes' is an informal support group; based in the Wrexham area  that allows adults with learning disabilities and or mental health problems to connect and form friendships. Meetings take place monthly and start at 12 and finish at 2 pm. However, if group members wish to hang around and do things after the meeting there is some wiggle room.  Picnics, bowling, days out and shopping trips to Chester are just some of the highlights. In the long run group members gain confidence and develop their social skills that will enable them to form and build relationships. Planning, time management, and organisational skills are also developed and enhanced through attending this group.  This group is led by Steff Jones, Steven Bobby and Mando Malanga. If you wish to attend the meetings, please go to Face book and look up ' Anything goes, North Wales.'             ' Dyspraxia & Co' is a group that I co-lead...

Names amongst the stars  Dyspraxia, Dyslexia and all these different things  but no one knows what they are. The challenges, the joys, the frustration and tears.  The years of fighting alone.  Dyspraxia, Dyslexia and all these different things  but no one knows what they are.  Strategies, techniques and new lines of thought  the choice is ours.  Do we survive  or push to thrive?  Relationships present challenges but we end up with  friends who are true.  Perhaps animals are kinder then people?  Dyspraxia, Dyslexia and all these different things  but no one knows what they are. Strategies, techniques, questions and answers too,  We have to learn continuously.   Dyspraxia, Dyslexia and all these different things. As we live we learn how to cope.  The tenacity, creativity, the strength and the sincere  are all of what we are.  Einstein, Edw...