диспраксия (визуальная и мелкой моторики) / visual dyspraxia, fine motor dyspraxia Cлучилась мини-гиперфиксация на диспраксии
У меня скорее всего есть некоторые типы диспраксии. И это мне сейчас мешает в учебе в магистратуре, и мешало всю жизнь, но раньше не было настолько больно, потому что требования были ниже.
— Мне сложно читать, тем более сложные академичные тексты.
— Мне сложно даются предметы с математикой/формулами.
— Мне трудновато дается писать эссе.
— Мне сложно формулировать мысли и четко отвечать и дискутировать на парах.
Как можно справляться с симптомами?
• Improving balance, coordination
• Activities that enhance hand–eye coordination and controlled movements
• Exercises that combine physical activities with cognitive tasks, i.e. where you follow a sequence of movements
Simon Says with Cognitive Twists: Play “Simon Says” but add steps that require recalling information. For instance, "Simon says, hop on one foot, then touch your nose, and then say the color red." Set up a simple obstacle course (e.g., crawling under a table, jumping over a cushion, weaving through cones). At each station, ask a question such as, "What is 2+3?" or "Name a fruit starting with B." The teacher demonstrates a series of movements (e.g., clap twice, jump once, then spin) and then asks the child to repeat the sequence without cues. Create a hopscotch grid with letters or numbers. Ask the child to hop on squares in order to spell a simple word or count in sequence. Play music and encourage free movement or dance. When the music stops, have the child freeze and then answer a question (e.g., “What is your favorite animal?”) or complete a short task like naming the next item in a sequence. Balloon Volleyball with Color or Number Calls:
– Play volleyball with a balloon. Each time a child hits the balloon, they must call out a color or a number in sequence. Beanbag Toss with Math Challenges:
– Arrange targets labeled with numbers. Children toss a beanbag into a target and then solve a simple math problem using the number (e.g., “Target 3: What is 3 + 2?”). Scavenger Hunt with Clues:
– Organize a scavenger hunt where each clue requires the child to solve a riddle or math problem before moving to the next location. Balance Beam with Rhyme Challenges:
– While walking on a balance beam, the child must say a word that rhymes with a given prompt once they reach the end. Mirror Image Exercises with Verbal Cues:
– Pair children so that one leads with movements and the other mirrors them while repeating a short sequence of numbers or letters. Musical Chairs with a Twist:
– When the music stops, instead of simply sitting, children must answer a simple question (e.g., “What is the first letter of your name?”). Sorting and Jumping Game:
– Scatter different colored objects. Call out a specific color and have the child run to and collect all objects of that color, then count them aloud. Memory Card Movement Game:
– Place memory cards on the floor. The child runs to flip two cards, then, if they match, must answer a question (e.g., “How many sides does a triangle have?”) before collecting them. Follow-the-Leader with Added Cognitive Steps:
– The leader performs a sequence of movements (e.g., “touch your toes, then jump, then spin”), and the follower repeats them while also answering a short factual question after each sequence. Interactive Digital Movement Games:
– Use apps like “GoNoodle” or “Just Dance Kids” which combine movement with prompts (such as recalling numbers, words, or completing simple puzzles) to foster both motor skills and cognitive engagement. Walking on uneven surfaces such as cushions, duvets and sand Running up and down stairs Study tips:
Reading supports tools such as a Screen masking tool that colours your screen which can help with reading. Your screen can be coloured with a tint of blue, pink, green or other colours, and this can make text easier to read on the screen. Keep your study area tidy. A cluttered or untidy space will make it harder to focus and leave you with a sense of frustration. This is a poor environment to try and concentrate in. By contrast, a well-organized space will help remove any potential distractions, giving you the opportunity to zone in on your work. Also use color to organize study notes. Color can be your friend in more than one avenue. You can also use it to organize and sort your study materials into more digestible and easy to understand sections and categories. This can be incredibly useful for when you need to quickly pick out a specific topic as part of your research, or for when you sit an open book exam. Identify and combat sensory factors during your study setup. With that in mind, it’s important to know what sensory triggers you commonly find yourself battling. By identifying these early, you’ll be able to pre-emptively set up your workspace to avoid them becoming factors. If loud noises are an issue, locate yourself away from an area where there’s a higher likelihood of them happening. If you’re sensitive to light, play around with your visual setup. You’ll know what works best for you. Make the most of flashcards. Flashcards are a great way to absorb bite-sized chunks of information without feeling too overwhelmed. You can use these to quiz yourself on certain answers, formulas, or more general topics. They’re also a good study aid for anyone who enjoys working with another person. A good way to use them is to organize your cards into three piles: “got it” (where you immediately knew an answer), “nearly there” (where you were close with your guess), and “not a clue” (where you need to learn the subject better. Over time, the first pile should grow, while the other two shrink. Consider the body-doubling technique. For some people with neurodiversity – particularly those with ADHD – it can be easier to stay focused with the help of someone else keeping you true to your purpose (studying, in this case). Body doubling is a fancy way of saying that you’ll work with a partner. They can either be in-person or virtual, depending on your needs or availability. - BUT THIS CAN BE EXHAUSTIVE Find a study buddy to keep you accountable. We’ve already discussed the merits of having someone else to study alongside. On top of the benefits of bouncing ideas off each other, a study buddy also ensures that you’re kept accountable. When you make a commitment to help someone else study there’s an additional responsibility to follow through with plans. If this is an additional stressor you don’t want to worry about, it might be best to study alone. Break down essays into chunks. If you’ve got a large essay that you need to write, it might feel overwhelming to start sinking your teeth into it. A good option is to create and map out a system where you break down each topic you want to discuss into smaller chunks. You can even write these down on flashcards, then order them by what you want your structure to look like. Breaking down an essay in this way makes it feel like writing a series of much smaller commentaries, rather than one mammoth assignment. Always remember what strengths you have. On that note, make sure to keep the strengths you do have in mind during periods of self-doubt. You’ll know what these are, but common examples are things like organization, productivity, problem-solving, or resilience. Positively affirming your assets helps to keep you motivated, while giving the reassurance you might need to push on. Ask for copies of what the lecturer says /Or sources, like books, or something if they didn’t already put it in the slides/ If you’re someone who struggles with taking notes, and there’s no assistive technology available, politely ask the lecturer if you can have a written copy of what’s being said. If they can’t provide you with one, consider speaking to someone you’re close with on the course about photocopying their notes. Just make sure they’re comfortable with it first. Check if you are allowed to record lectures. If it’s not possible for you to have a copy of anyone else’s notes, speak with your lecturer about recording sessions. These recordings will give you the chance to watch what’s been said back at your own pace. You can pause throughout and take notes at a speed that works for you. If you do need help, ask for it. Asking for help extends beyond study material. Whether it’s a direct conversation with your lecturer, a chat with a close friend, or speaking to a member of disability services, it’s important to be open and honest when you need support. This early transparency makes it easier for a solution to be found quickly. If you don’t ask for help, nobody will be aware that you’re struggling at all. Think about background noise. We all deal with ambient and background noise differently. For some, it’s a quirky way to stay concentrated. For others, it’s one of the worst distractions possible. As such, it’s important to think about how you react to noise when studying. If you’re not sure what camp you fall into, do a test run with both a noisy and silent work environment. Listen to music if it helps. If you find you’re a fan of noise in the background, listening to music could be a good approach to take. Choose something that you ultimately enjoy, which also helps to keep you engaged. It doesn’t have to be music, though. Any noise that keeps your mind focused will work. Research white noise devices to find one that works for you. Sit in silence if that’s what you need. It may be that you’re someone who prefers total silence when working. This can be harder to guarantee, as you won’t always be able to control external elements. One tactic you can adopt is to wear noise-canceling headphones. These block out all sound, helping to keep you momentarily isolated in your own study zone. Practice tests at home. Practice really does make perfect. If possible, do some test runs of your exam at home in the build up to any assessment. While these won’t match up exactly with the questions you’ll face in the real test, they will give you the chance to time yourself answering questions. Try to recreate the same environment that you’d expect during an actual exam. Make sure to prioritize physical health as well as mental. As we’ve seen, the mind and body are intertwined in a lot of ways. That’s why it’s important to ensure you’re doing what you can to stay healthy in all aspects of your life. Maintain a balanced diet, get enough sleep, and try to regularly exercise. Also remember not to be too hard on yourself. While at college, it’s impossible to always avoid unhealthy habits. Just try to make these an exception, rather than the norm.
Технологии https://www.dyspraxia.ie/Assistive-Technology
Мифы о диспраксии: https://lexxic.com/blog/dyspraxia-dispelling-the-myths
Различные типы диспраксии: https://t.me/meandadhd/2383
Про разные проблемы в обучении, в том числе диспраксию и лайфхаки, которые могут преодолеть сложности: https://t.me/neurosetneu/77
