Dyspraxic Adults

I completely understand what you’re going through. When my daughter was diagnosed with dyspraxia my whole world fell apart. I often felt overwhelmed, wondering how to support her in a world that can be so challenging for those with coordination issues. We found that seeking an occupational therapist was incredibly beneficial.

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It’s great that you’re looking into this. I totally get that sick feeling when you realize something has a name, but getting a diagnosis can really help make sense of things.

For adult assessments, you might want to check out local neuropsychology clinics or universities with psychology programs—they often have resources for adult assessments. An Occupational Therapist (OT) could definitely be a good route, too, especially since they can help with practical strategies for managing daily tasks.

I went through something similar a couple of years ago—spent way too long questioning why basic coordination was always a struggle. Eventually, I got assessed privately by an OT after running into dead ends with my GP and NHS pathways. The OT couldn’t give a medical "diagnosis," but their report was detailed and validating, and it helped me understand things a lot better. That alone felt worth the money. I’d say if you're not after medical paperwork for work/legal stuff, specialist teachers or OTs can still provide useful assessments that feel less clinical and more person-focused.