My 7-year-old son is currently on the waitlist for a neurological assessment, and at this stage all signs seem to be pointing towards dyspraxia (DCD).
I've spent countless hours reading forums, articles and research so I can understand how best to support him, but one thing I've struggled to find is what life actually looks like as an adult with dyspraxia.
I'd really love to hear from adults who have it.
What do you do for work? What parts of life have been challenging? What has surprised you? What strengths have helped you succeed?
My son is the kindest, most empathetic little person. He's incredibly persistent, creative, curious, and can hyperfocus on things he loves (science, construction, the how and the why of things). Those qualities make me feel optimistic, but as a parent it's hard not to worry when so much of what you read focuses on childhood challenges.
I'm hoping to hear some real-life stories—not because I expect life to be easy, but because I want a better picture of what adulthood can look like.
If you have dyspraxia, what would you want the parent of a 7-year-old to know?