Coming September 21, 2022 through Jessica Kingsley Publishers (JKP)
Cover design courtesy of Ian James Ross, web copy on the book itself courtesy of the publisher, Jessica Kingsley Publishers
"In 1994, I was diagnosed with dyspraxia, and I was unable to do everything that children
are expected to do by the time they're in school. For me, this included everything from
riding a bike and catching a ball, to reading, writing, and basic math."
When talking about her dyspraxia, Rosemary Richings is often met with confusion. Why do
so few people understand dyspraxia, or even know what it is?
Rosemary shares her experience of growing up dyspraxic, and how it impacts her sense
of space, time and co-ordination. Diagnosed with DCD at the age of four, Rosemary
shares her insights and experience dealing with challenges, from coping with bullies in
school to choosing a dyspraxia-friendly university, pursuing self-employment and
travelling abroad.
Rosemary shares guidance for others about what helped her develop her skills, including
ballet and gymnastics, the Wilbarger Protocol (brushing therapy) and equestrian therapy.
Full of practical tips and insights into the strategies that gave Rosemary the confidence to
succeed, this is an essential guide for other dyspraxics and those supporting them, which
shows you how you too can thrive as a dyspraxic person."
are expected to do by the time they're in school. For me, this included everything from
riding a bike and catching a ball, to reading, writing, and basic math."
When talking about her dyspraxia, Rosemary Richings is often met with confusion. Why do
so few people understand dyspraxia, or even know what it is?
Rosemary shares her experience of growing up dyspraxic, and how it impacts her sense
of space, time and co-ordination. Diagnosed with DCD at the age of four, Rosemary
shares her insights and experience dealing with challenges, from coping with bullies in
school to choosing a dyspraxia-friendly university, pursuing self-employment and
travelling abroad.
Rosemary shares guidance for others about what helped her develop her skills, including
ballet and gymnastics, the Wilbarger Protocol (brushing therapy) and equestrian therapy.
Full of practical tips and insights into the strategies that gave Rosemary the confidence to
succeed, this is an essential guide for other dyspraxics and those supporting them, which
shows you how you too can thrive as a dyspraxic person."