Hi I need help with getting a formal Dyspraxia diagnosis.

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CaihongHoshi
CaihongHoshi Online Community Member Posts: 1 Listener
edited October 2021 in Autism and neurodiversity
For years myself and my family were misled by an informal diagnosis of Dyspraxia when I was aged six through a group that took on children for partial respite. I haven't ever received help for it and it has impacted on my life in such a way I can't describe the trouble it has caused. I want to be able to access some help as it has just become such a burden and struggle trying to get through life without an official diagnosis. I even lost my University placement over this. If anyone can help or point me in the right direction it would be appreciated after a 20 year struggle.

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  • steve51
    steve51 Online Community Member Posts: 7,121 Championing
    Hi @CaihongHoshi

    It’s great to meet you today!!

    Please please let me know if I can be off any help/support?????

    Many thanks.
  • Sam_Alumni
    Sam_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 7,602 Championing
    Hi @CaihongHoshi
    Welcome to the community, the NHS website says:

    See your GP if you think you may have undiagnosed dyspraxia or problems with your co-ordination. It's a good idea to keep a diary of your symptoms. 

    You GP may refer you to a physiotherapist or an occupational therapist for tests. They will assess your movements and how your symptoms are affecting you before making a diagnosis. 

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