I saw this phrase recently referring to non-verbal, minimally verbal, and disabled children, and I loved it. Assume competence. What does that mean?
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There are some physical skills that can help both brain and body devleopment. Let our OT help you teach your child skipping and more!
Most parents complain that their teens are eating them “out of house and home”. But what if your child is a reluctant eater?
Do you have a child with ADHD? If so, there is a very strong chance that one of their parents has it too. And at least one of their grandparents also has ADHD.
Did you know that the neurodiverse brain has a different developmental pattern than a neurotypical brain? And that impacts how and when they are ready to learn.
Lack of dopamine can lead to depression, anxiety, difficulty completing tasks, and a lot of struggle. So, how do we help your ADHD child get more dopamine?
ARFID is an eating disorder that is prevalent in those with ADHD and autism. It can occur in children as young as 2 and can be very serious.
If you have never kayaked before, I highly recommend it. It is easy, fun, and has some amazing hidden benefits.
Without a doubt, children benefit from exposure to the “arts.” In schools, this is often limited to music or painting. But dancing is great for kids, too.
Online programs can’t provide what younger kids really need for their brains and bodies to gain the skills they need to develop at that age.