dyspraxia

American

[dis-prak-see-uh] / dɪsˈpræk si ə /

noun

Pathology.

inability to perform coordinated movements.

dyspraxia British

/ dɪsˈpræksɪə /

noun

pathol an impairment in the control of the motor system; it may be developmental or acquired, resulting from a cerebral lesion

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Etymology

Origin of dyspraxia

< Greek: ill success, equivalent to dys- dys- + prâx ( is ) action + -ia -ia

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Kate Graham describes herself as a "triple threat" with ADHD, autism, and dyspraxia - and can relate to Maybury's experiences.

From BBC ● Jun. 26, 2026

He opted to learn in an automatic because he has dyspraxia, which affects movement and coordination.

From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2025

David Lodge, 40, lived with multiple learning disabilities including autism, dyspraxia and dysarthria, which prevented him speaking.

From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2025

Erin had already been diagnosed with dyslexia and dyspraxia, but an assessment for autism was put on hold during the pandemic.

From BBC ● Apr. 24, 2024

This term describes someone who thinks differently because of conditions including autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia and ADHD.

From BBC ● Mar. 20, 2024

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