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A big challenge many parents face is a child who dislikes eating healthy, nutritious foods. After weeks or months of struggling, bribing, or giving in, it’s not uncommon for parents to become alarmed if their child refuses to eat
Be specific when asking a child to take a ‘movement break’ There are many false beliefs surrounding the use of sensory strategies to turn a child’s unwanted, challenging, or inappropriate behaviour into engagement and participation in learning and play,
Motor skill games can help teach children useful skills Today I would like to feature some ideas to “move” children, integrating motor skills with visual skills. As occupational therapists we know that the integration of the visual and vestibular
Mom says her child is prone to angry outbursts Earlier this week, I interviewed the mother of a 71⁄2 year old boy who has Tourette’s Syndrome. Her son was diagnosed a little over two years ago, just as he
It might help to read a story book book upside down. The holiday season reminds me that while we all have our sensory preferences, the holidays bring an onslaught of new ones that can be challenging. I like the
More tips on how to explore, and help a child overcome some behaviours If your child isn’t responding to behavioural approaches it might be time to check to check into possible sensory issues. When occupational therapists are trying to
Some behaviours serve to alert, calm or focus. As I carry on with my occupational therapy mission to explain some truths and falsehoods about “Is it sensory or behaviour?”, I hope readers are starting to understand how occupational therapists
What to do if a child senses danger when there is none If a child tries to take flight from a situation that isn’t that dangerous it might be a good idea, once the child feels safe, to help
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