After a long day at school, many children come home and seem to fall apart. You might see them come home and begin crying, yelling, shutting down, or refusing to do anything. This after-school meltdown (or sensory breakdown) isn’t just about being tired or hungry. For many kids, especially those with sensory processing challenges or ... Read more The post After School Meltdowns: Why Kids Fall Apart at Home and How to Help appeared first on The OT Toolbox.| The OT Toolbox
These separation anxiety activities are great tools for preschool or kindergarten separation anxiety. Occupational therapy approved!| The OT Toolbox
Learn about semantic tapping in depth, including how it works, who benefits from it, and the role of occupational therapy... The post Semantic Tapping and the Role of Occupational Therapy: Enhancing Cognitive and Communication Skills first appeared on Transform Life.| Transform Life
A Temecula girl with cerebral palsy takes the stage with the help of Rady Children’s Emery Lapinskas, a vibrant 10-year-old from Temecula, loves to tell jokes, hang out with her sisters, and spend time with her service dog, Skip. Diagnosed with cerebral palsy (CP) at just a year old, Emery has faced many challenges. CP…| Rady Children's Health
ATLANTA — More than 700,000 Americans experience a stroke each year, and many survivors are left with long-term motor impairments […]| Byrdine F. Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions
ATLANTA—Two Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions programs saw a considerable jump in their rankings in new U.S. News […]| Byrdine F. Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions
Cross Cultural Occupational Therapy Perspective Addressing Psychosocial Health and Well-Being for At-Risk, Underserved and Marginalized Populations in India See […]| Byrdine F. Lewis College of Nursing and Health Professions
Creating Sensory-Friendly Home doesn’t have to be costly or complicated. For families raising children with sensory processing challenges, particularly those who... The post Creating a Sensory-Friendly Home on a Budget: Supporting Sensory Defensive Children with SPD or ASD first appeared on Transform Life.| Transform Life
The school based-Occupational Therapist is getting ready to head back into the school year this Fall. Getting organized can be one of the hardest parts of school-based OT. These tips and tricks are some that I’ve used during my years as an Occupational Therapist working in the schools. Getting Organized for Back-to-School as a ... Read more| The OT Toolbox
Avanna Tiwarie shares her journey as a Doctor of Occupational Therapy student with hearing loss.| phhp.ufl.edu
Her tenure has been marked by significant growth in people, programs and national recognition.| phhp.ufl.edu
Why do so many conversations about fine motor skills still revolve around pencil grip? Learn why now...| Transform Life - Therapeutic support including Positive Behaviour Support, Oc...
Occupational Therapists help Neurodivergent Children develop the foundational skills needed to participate in all aspects of school life, including...| Transform Life - Therapeutic support including Positive Behaviour Support, Oc...
Tips to help sensory issues with hair brushing, eliminate nightmares of brushing hair, find great resources| The OT Toolbox
Social and community safety is crucial for individuals to thrive in their daily lives. Discover how Safety Through Occupational Therapy plays a vital role...| Transform Life - Therapeutic support including Positive Behaviour Support, Oc...
Discover what truly goes into therapy at Therapies for Kids. From behind-the-scenes planning to hands-on sessions, learn how we support your child’s journey every step of the way.| Therapies For Kids
Each academic year, Shenandoah University’s Division of Occupational Therapy honors graduating students for their exemplary work. During 2024-25, the| Shenandoah University
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Did you know the important role that heavy work activities play in our ability to learn, focus, attend, and participate in everyday tasks? It’s true. We all need calming and organizing sensory input in the form of heavy work tasks that provide proprioceptive input through the muscles and joints. Here, we’ll cover what heavy work ... Read more The post Heavy Work Activities appeared first on The OT Toolbox.| The OT Toolbox
Calm down corner, providing strategies, resources, and information on vestibular and proprioceptive systems to help self regulation| The OT Toolbox
Geriatric therapy combines multiple areas of study and particular approaches to assist those who are aged 65 and older.| Psychologs Magazine | Mental Health Magazine | Psychology Magazine | Self-Hel...
April is Occupational Therapy Month, recognizing the contributions of this vital profession and the meaningful difference occupational therapists (OT) make in the lives of the people they work with. Many people with disabilities work with OTs to develop the skills … Continue reading →| Collection Spotlight from the National Rehabilitation Information Center
As parents and caregivers, one of the most rewarding experiences is watching children grow and develop new skills. Among the myriad of milestones they achieve, fine motor skills play a crucial role in their overall development. Fine motor skills involve the small muscles in the hands and fingers, and they are essential for everyday tasks, […]| Project Play Therapy
You can learn with board games you already have in your home game closet. Or use games at school and in OT sessions for learning and skill development.| The OT Toolbox
School based occupational therapy providers support students in learning and participating in the classroom. Here are school based OT tips.| The OT Toolbox
Grass is turning green and flowers are blooming! In other words, it’s time for some free spring printable activities. These activities are for preschoolers to 1st graders with a developmental approach. Skills addressed are fine motor skills, scissor skills, and writing skills with a cute spring or even summer theme! CLICK THIS LINK TO DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE PRINTABLES […] The post Free Spring Printable Activities appeared first on The Fine Motor Detective.| The Fine Motor Detective
Spring has sprung and Easter is around the corner! It’s time for some more FREE Printable Easter Activities! First, we will see why fine motor skills are important. Next, we will take a peek at some Easter activities where kids can work on their fine motor skills. Lastly, we will take those fine motor skills […] The post Printable Easter Activities appeared first on The Fine Motor Detective.| The Fine Motor Detective
Birds are chirping and the grass is turning green! Spring is right around the corner and it’s a perfect time to look at Spring Visual Discrimination Activities! Not only do these FREE PRINTABLES address visual discrimination, BUT they also target matching, crossing midline, fine motor skills, bilateral hand skills, visual memory, visual sequential memory, and […] The post Spring Visual Discrimination Activities appeared first on The Fine Motor Detective.| The Fine Motor Detective
It’s time to follow the rainbow and find the pot of gold!! St. Patrick’s Day Activities are in full force and this FREE Leprechaun Activities pack- packs a punch addressing both fine motor skills and cutting skills. First, we will see why fine motor skills are important. Next, we will take a peek at some […] The post Leprechaun Activities appeared first on The Fine Motor Detective.| The Fine Motor Detective
It doesn’t matter if your pet is a dog, cat, rabbit, fish, turtle, or another animal, they quickly become part of the family. So, let’s celebrate our furry…or scaly friends with these FREE Pet Theme Activities. Activities are for preschoolers to 1st graders with a developmental approach. Skills targeted include fine motor skills, scissor skills, […] The post Free Pet Theme Activities appeared first on The Fine Motor Detective.| The Fine Motor Detective
Children enjoy talking about their pets or really any animals! This Mini Pet Theme Writing Activities Pack has 3 different levels of difficulty. In addition to these levels, letter formation, letter size, and line placement are also targeted. Cutting skills are included to go along with the activities as well. Perfect for kindergarteners to first grade! […] The post Pet Theme Writing Activities appeared first on The Fine Motor Detective.| The Fine Motor Detective
The Christmas tree is up and presents are wrapped! Now it’s time for some Santa and Rudolph Fine Motor Fun! First, let’s discuss why fine motor skills are important. Next, let’s look at some fun Christmas Fine Motor Activities. Lastly, we will apply those fine motor skills into some cute Santa and Rudolph Cutting Activities. […] The post Santa and Rudolph Fine Motor Fun! appeared first on The Fine Motor Detective.| The Fine Motor Detective
Gobble Gobble! Time to celebrate Thanksgiving with some Turkey Fine Motor and Cutting Activities! First, we will look at 2 fine motor printables with tons of options! Next, we will apply those fine motor skills during a cutting activity to help your child work on scissor skills. Overall, you will have access to 4 pages […] The post Turkey Fine Motor and Cutting! appeared first on The Fine Motor Detective.| The Fine Motor Detective
Sensory rooms in schools series. Explore the benefits, why have one, things to consider, cleaning, supervision, use by teachers/aides| The OT Toolbox
Creating a sensory room does not have to break the bank. Keep reading for helpful suggestions to build your sensory room on a budget.| The OT Toolbox
Having an emotions check in for kids is a critical piece of the social emotional skills puzzle. We know the value of addressing emotions and self regulation in mental health. The simple act of checking in with our kids’ feelings and emotions is pivotal in benefiting overall mindset, emotional intelligence, and much more. Here, we’ll ... Read more| The OT Toolbox
Symptoms of too much screen time can look like many things in children and teenagers. Lack of focus, moodiness, behaviors, frustration and more.| The OT Toolbox
Occupational therapy is a form of early intervention that can help children with various developmental issues. Learn more about the benefits of paediatric OT and how it can help your child grow and thrive.| Growing Early Minds