Different Minds, Shared Spaces : Featuring Sharon Lane CEO of Dyspraxia Ireland

In this episode of Different Minds Shared Spaces, we’re joined by Sharon Lane, CEO of Dyspraxia/DCD Ireland, to explore what dyspraxia (also known as Developmental Coordination Disorder) really is — and why it’s often misunderstood. Sharon explains how dyspraxia can affect far more than coordination, touching on fine and gross motor skills, executive functioning, fatigue, anxiety and self-esteem, from primary school right through to adulthood. We discuss the realities families face around diagnosis and access to occupational therapy supports, the impact of long waiting lists, and why early intervention can make such a difference. Sharon also shares how Dyspraxia/DCD Ireland supports parents, young people and adults, and highlights the strengths and “soft skills” neurodivergent people bring to school, work and community life.

For more information about Dyspraxia/DCD visit Dyspraxia/DCD Ireland - Home

 

A podcast series from SDCC Libraries, Different Minds, Shared Spaces celebrates neurodiversity in all its forms. Each episode features engaging conversations with individuals, advocates, and experts who share their lived experiences, insights, and practical advice on a wide range of neurodivergent conditions — from autism and ADHD to dyslexia, dyspraxia, and more.

Whether you’re neurodivergent yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply curious to learn, this series offers a warm and inclusive space to raise awareness, deepen understanding, and celebrate every kind of mind.

Tune in and join the conversation — because every mind deserves to be heard.

We wanted to make our library talks more accessible and easy to enjoy. While we’ll continue to host events in our libraries, our podcast selection now gives you the freedom to listen anytime, anywhere — dip in or out whenever it fits your day.

Each conversation shines a light on real lived experiences and helps give a platform to voices from our neurodivergent community.

 

There are 10 episodes in the series, with guests chatting about dyspraxia, dyslexia, ADHD, autism, PDA and more — plus a special Red Line Book Festival episode on Wired Our Own Way. The conversations are really open and honest, giving a real sense of people’s lived experiences and helping to amplify voices from our neurodivergent community.

 

The episodes go pretty in-depth too, so feel free to hit pause and come back whenever you need — there’s no rush.

This episode of Different Minds Shared Spaces was produced and presented by Mags Lynch on behalf of SDCC Libraries, sound by Brian Jardine Fleming at Contact Studio. This podcast is all about sharing experiences and information, but it is not meant to be taken as medical advice. If you have any concerns or questions about your own health or support needs, it's always best to chat with a qualified professional. Thanks so much for listening to Different Minds Shared Spaces from SDCC Libraries.