Transitioning to high school is a significant milestone in a child’s life. It can be both exciting and challenging as they navigate new academic demands, social dynamics, and increased responsibilities. Occupational therapists can provide guidance and support to help teens navigate these changes effectively. Here’s how occupational therapy can support your child during this critical […]
READ MOREEmpowering Teens: The Importance of Independent Living Skills
As occupational therapists, we understand the crucial role that independent living skills play in the transition from adolescence to adulthood. Developing these functional skills is essential for all teenagers. These skills enable individuals to function independently, enhancing their quality of life and fostering a sense of autonomy. This blog post will delve into the importance […]
READ MOREPhelan-McDermid Syndrome
In the realm of occupational therapy, practitioners often find themselves supporting children with intricate medical conditions such as Phelan-McDermid syndrome (PMS). Individuals with this complex medication condition are born with a genetic difference in their 22nd chromosome, where there is a deletion or change in the variant. Alternatively, PMS can also be referred to as […]
READ MORETherapy Burnout: When to Take a Break from Therapy
Many children who participate in occupational therapy, speech therapy, physiotherapy, or psychology often engage in multiple therapies for several years on a regular basis. While these therapies are incredibly beneficial and are important in supporting a child to reaching their goals, it is not uncommon for children to experience “therapy burnout” after some time. Therapy […]
READ MORE7 Fun ways to support handwriting practice at home
Handwriting is a crucial skill, however for some children, handwriting or literacy tasks are difficult and discouraging, which often leads to poor engagement in homework and handwriting practice at home. This blog will explore some unique ways in which you can support your child to participate in handwriting tasks that are fun, engaging and motivating. […]
READ MOREHow you can support a child with a visual impairment
As delved into the challenges and nuances of visual impairments, the blog post The role of OT in supporting children with visual impairments – Occupational Therapy Helping Children explained some of the complexities people face and the importance of understanding its impact on children’s daily life. In Australia, approximately 1 in every 2,500 newborns are […]
READ MOREThe Role of Animals in supporting individuals in achieving functional goals
This blog delves into the invaluable roles animals and pets play in aiding individuals with their daily functional goals. Pretzel, our beloved furry companion at OTHC, holds a cherished position. Much like Pretzel, animals serve pivotal roles in our lives, offering support in a multitude of ways. Whether it’s dogs, horses, cats, or rabbits, these […]
READ MOREOT role in supporting children with Specific Learning Disorders
What are Specific Learning Disorders Specific Learning disorders are types of neurodevelopmental disorders that impact on one or more cognitive processes required for reading, written expression or mathematical calculations. Due to difficulties processing information, children diagnosed with specific learning disorders are likely to experience a gap between their academic potential and their actual achievement and […]
READ MOREBuilding Blocks of Expertise: The Educational Requirements for Occupational Therapists
Embarking on the journey to become an occupational therapist (OT) is a rewarding and fulfilling path, requiring dedication, education, and ongoing commitment to professional growth. As a parent seeking to understand the profession or as someone considering a career change, you may have questions about what it takes to become an OT. In this blog […]
READ MORE10 Strategies for Enhancing Emotional Regulation Skills in School-Aged Children
From birth to adolescence, children develop physically, socially and emotionally. When a child is in infancy or early childhood, it is developmentally appropriate to see a meltdown over a dropped ice cream or a broken toy. However, when children reach school age, parents and caregivers may feel overwhelmed when their child has frequent outbursts. It […]
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