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Yes, in addition to hand writing, I have some difficulty in handling dishes when one hand is holding the plate and the other is placing food on the plate. Answer: don't put too much food on the plate. Also, regarding hand writing being better in the early morning. Why is that? Maybe it's because we are more rested and are calmer; haven't yet worried about all the things that we want to do or have to do. I have also discovered another situation that works for me. I work out every day and then take a nap in the early afternoon. After waking, I am much better at writing than even in the morning. So levels of anxiety must play a role...…….for me at least. I also use a "therapy dough" to strengthen my hands. It reduces tension and probably some anxiety. Working out, however much or little, has to have benefits. For me, it reduces tension and helps muscle strength as well as general health. And, I sleep better.
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@jlind. I agree with you about anxiety. I have found that my first reaction to a symptom is anxiety causing the symptom to get worse and the anxiety increases. My handwriting seems to be different every time I pick up a pen. I never know if it will be normal, tiny, or unreadable. I had such difficulty writing checks last month that I asked my son to take care of that chore from now on. Typing is easier for me although sometimes my fingers jump and land on the wrong key. When it gets unmanageable, I'll use the verbal typing as I do when I text. My fingers usually don't hit the right letters on the cell phone.