Dyspraxia & Apraxia Support Group

Dyspraxia is difficulty getting the body to do what we want when we want to do it. Apraxia is a neurological disorder characterized by being unable to execute or carry out learned (familiar) movements, even if the desire and physical ability is there. This group is dedicated to those coping with either aprxia or dyspraxia. Join the group to find support and get advice.

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DJH 07/24/2006

so it looks like we\'re going to begin going to an occupational therapist. again, i\'m dubious, but i don\'t want to deny my son the potential help, and it\'s not like they\'re administering medicine, etc.

deleted_user 08/09/2006

i think you\'re making the right decision--good luck!

deleted_user 11/24/2006

I think so too. I had a occupational therapist although she wasn\'t a properly trained one just a staff member helping out, but repetitive activities really helped such as throwing and catching a ball. Basically I found I just need patience from myself and others and to keep repeating basic physical tasks until I grasp them. Being able to balance and walk along a wall was an achievement, as was learning to use a skipping rope.

deleted_user 11/24/2006

Lizzie,

I\'d like to emphasize a great point you made. It is important that the occupational therapist be well studied in the area of concern. Occupational therapy covers a vast area of services...so before making that first appointment, just make sure you have the right OT.

Dr. J

deleted_user 02/03/2007

We've been seeing an OT since our daughter was diagnoses aged 5 ish - she's 7 now, and our OT has been fantastic. We have seen huge changes - lots more needs to be done, but I just don't know what we would have done without the OT - I think Ts would have been totally miserable at school without the support and big strides she made with the OT. Good luck!

deleted_user 08/23/2010

At Barnes and Noble try The Anxiety & Phobia Workbook... cost about $21.00 ... its very helpful

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