Understanding Dyspraxia in Adults 40+: Recognition Neurodiversity/ DCD
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- Опубликовано: 30 июл 2024
- #Dyapraxia #DCD #Over40
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If you're over 40 and experiencing difficulties with coordination, organization, or motor skills, it might be dyspraxia. Discover more in the "Understanding Dyspraxia in Adults 40+: Recognition and Management" webinar hosted by Nat Hawley and presented by Exceptional Individuals. This session is tailored for adults in their 40s and beyond who are either newly diagnosed with dyspraxia or exploring the possibility of having it.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
00:44 - About neurodiversity and this webinar
01:03 - About Nat and the rest of the EI team/Predominantly Inattentive ADHD webinar
01:45 - Dyspraxia Terms
05:33 - NHS definition of dyspraxia
06:34 - Dyspraxia at 40 and over
08:40 - Do you have dyspraxia?
09:22 - Topics
11:08 - How does dyspraxia change throughout your life?
14:21 - In what decade were you born?
15:43 - Dyspraxia differences in males and females
17:16 - Your symptoms at 40 plus?
19:10 - How is dyspraxia during menopause or andropause?
19:50 - Changes at 40, besides dyspraxia?
21:23 - Why are more males diagnosed with dyspraxia than females?
22:13 - Female Protective Effect
24:29 - Dyspraxia (DCD) & Menopause
25:52 - Dyspraxia history
27:01 - When were you diagnosed with or suspected to have dyspraxia?
28:35 - Late-Life Diagnosis Motivation?
30:00 - Late Diagnosis Reasons
30:34 - Famous Dyspraxics
31:43 - Quote from Daniel Radcliffe
32:08 - What support is available?
33:05 - Technology and Tools
34:14 - Dyspraxia/DCD on RUclips
35:28 - Living with Dyspraxia book
35:46 - Journal Articles
36:41 - Workplace Needs Assessments
37:00 - High-Functioning Autism webinar
37:16 - Dyspraxia Opportunities Facebook group
37:30 - EI on RUclips
37:50 - What happens next?/Closing remarks
38:22 - End screen
Playlist of webinars about neurodiversity in adults aged 40 and over: bit.ly/NeurodiversityInOver40s
Some of our other webinars
Am I Dyspraxic? (original full length version): • Am I Dyspraxic? Learn ...
Could you have DCD? • Could You Have Develop...
Predominantly Inattentive ADHD: • Could You Have Predomi...
Dyspraxic Assistive Technology: • Dyspraxia: Dyspraxic A...
History of Dyspraxia: • Dyspraxia: A Neurodive...
Access to Work: • How Do I Access the 'A...
Recommended RUclips channels
MuchelleB: / @muchelleb
How to ADHD: / @howtoadhd
Dyspraxia Foundation: / @dyspraxiafoundation
Therapy in a Nutshell: / @therapyinanutshell
Blog post
Famous people with dyspraxia: exceptionalindividuals.com/ab...
Recommended reading
Invisible Women: amzn.to/3SvIO5Z
Living with Dyspraxia: amzn.to/49HWGRs
Dyspraxia Opportunities Facebook group: / dyspraxiaopportunities
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Not quite 20 minutes into the video but just wanted to chime in with my thanks for a superb, clear, well-presented and engaging series of videos. I'm really interested in Neurodivergence on both a personal and academic level after being diagnosed Asperger's in 2010, ADHD a couple of years ago and also relate to a lot of what's being said here regarding Dyspraxia and this makes total sense bearing in mind the huge Venn-diagram/overlap of symptoms and gifts for all these. Wow, that was a long sentence 😆 Thanks again and keep up the great work!
Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your personal journey with neurodivergence. It's wonderful to hear that the videos have resonated with you and provided valuable insights. Your experience highlights the complexity and interconnectedness of neurodiverse traits, and it's great to see you finding common ground and understanding through our content. We'll definitely keep working to provide more informative and engaging material. Keep being awesome!
Just came across this channel and video. I have never seen it so well explained. You are awesome. I have been diagnosed in my 40s while undertaking my second degree. The challenges seemed to be exponentiated, however I had more knowledge about multiple cognitive disorders. It has been a progressive journey with positive achievements and, equally, judgment and prejudice. Thank you for creating the channel and the content shared :-)
Thank you for the wonderful comment!!! We are so glad to hear you are enjoying our content!! It was great to hear about your story and we hope that you can attend one of our many webinars that are every Thursday at 12 PM GMT!!
Got some jobs because the dyspraxia is easy to hide in the moment. Lost some jobs because dyspraxia is impossible to hide over time.
Your experience reflects the complex dynamics of navigating the workplace with dyspraxia. It's unfortunate that some jobs may not fully understand or accommodate the challenges associated with dyspraxia, leading to difficulties over time. However, your ability to manage and adapt in the moment speaks to your resilience and determination. Your insight sheds light on the importance of awareness and support for neurodiverse individuals in the workplace.
I was born in 1955. I just this year discovered that there is something called dyspraxia! I am certain that it applies to me. Thank you for your informative videos. They are really helping me to understand myself, finally, at the age of sixty-eight. 💜
@donnellallan Thank you so much for sharing your story. It’s incredible to hear that our videos are helping you gain a better understanding of yourself. Dyspraxia can indeed be challenging, but recognising it is the first step towards making positive changes. Your journey is inspiring, and we're honoured to be a part of it. If you have any questions or need more information, please don't hesitate to ask. 💜 - Nat
@@ExceptionalIndividuals , how very kind. Thank you! 💜
I was finally diagnosed with Dyspraxia when I was 41 when I had returned to full time studying. I had several investigations when I was a child but they never went anywhere. I have the speech difficulties that you mentioned but I also have problems with volume, pitch and tone. Quite often people can think that I’m angry, having a go or shouting. The other symptoms merge with my ADHD.
Thank you for sharing your experience. It's unfortunate that your diagnosis came later in life, but it's valuable to have clarity and understanding now. The overlap of symptoms between Dyspraxia and ADHD can indeed complicate things, especially regarding communication. It's important for others to be aware of these challenges to foster better understanding and support. Your openness helps shed light on the complexities of these conditions.
People’s comments so helpful and encouraging to me. Knowing that others have had similar experiences is reassuring. Talks are so good. Thank you
I'm 45 and was late-diagnosed as Autistic & ADHD at 42. Since I was about 39-40, I started getting multiple injuries all from falls: 3 concussions, broken ankle, broken fingers, torn ligaments, abdominal wall contusion. In the US, your primary provider refers you to specialists so I was sent to neurology for the repeated falls and to a neuro-opthamologist as well. Both specialists found deficits but not in any diagnostically helpful manner. So I don't fit diagnostic criteria for stroke symptoms, TBI, neuropathy, MS, etc. My neurologist was genuinely baffled and asked for time to "research" and has me coming back this summer for a follow up. Learning about dyspraxia in the meantime, I think it's possible they are missing this! Great info!
I should add I have never had fine motor skills & I couldn't use a knife to cut my meat until I was 18 and had tons of injuries as a child. People just expect it from children I guess.
@jennbest Thank you for sharing your story. It sounds like you've been through a lot with these injuries and the diagnostic journey. Dyspraxia could indeed be a piece of the puzzle that might explain the coordination and falling issues you've experienced. It's good to hear that your neurologist is taking the time to research and follow up. Bringing up dyspraxia at your next appointment could be very helpful. Your experience highlights the importance of considering a wide range of possibilities in diagnoses. Best of luck with your follow-up, and I hope you get the clarity you need!
This was really interesting, thank you Exceptional Individuals. I don't know if I have dyspraxia becaause I have never been assessed and I really dread the hassle of trying to get an assessment, but this video makes me think it might actually be worth it. I have always struggled hard with learning any chain of movements that other people seemed to just do without thinking (for example, I couldn't figure the upjump in a high jump in PE until I was a teenager, I kept crossing my feet in a weird way), and while I haven't fallen out of chairs so much it got noticed by others I have always felt that I would if I stopped focusing on sitting, or if I didn't sit in a pose that steadied me enough to let that focus go. I recently turned 50 and I have started to feel that a life of compensating for and covering up these difficulties has exhausted me.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! It takes courage to reflect on personal challenges, especially when it comes to seeking assessment. Wishing you strength and clarity as you explore this path further!
I'm glad you found the video helpful. It's understandable to feel apprehensive about the assessment process for dyspraxia, especially given your experiences. However, getting assessed could offer valuable insights and support to manage your challenges more effectively. While the journey might seem daunting, the potential benefits-such as personalized strategies and a deeper understanding of your experiences-can greatly improve your life. Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength, and there are resources available to guide you through this process.
38 year old male here, currently trying to get an assessment for dyspraxia and not had much luck with the NHS.
Have had speech problems which were picked up at a very young age and my parents have said that my co-ordination was always 'a bit off' especially when it came to running. Had various employers comment that I was a bit slow, something I've noticed myself as I seem to take longer to do things compared to others and I've actually been asked if I had dyspraxia.
It sounds like you've been facing some challenges for a long time. I hope you can get the assessment you need soon. Sometimes, pursuing a diagnosis privately or seeking support groups might provide more immediate help. Stay persistent, and best of luck with your assessment!