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ATNR Part 2: Episode 87

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On this Episode, I will discuss a research study on retained primitive reflexes in preschool aged kids, and I will give you some examples of exercises to try with kids who have a retained ATNR.

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Gieysztor, Ewa & Choińska, Anna Maria & Paprocka-Borowicz, Małgorzata. (2018). Persistence of primitive reflexes and associated motor problems in healthy preschool children. Arch Med Sci. 14. 167-173. 10.5114/aoms.2016.60503.

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Trunk Rotation Study

5th Grade Study

Reflexes and ADHD Study

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ATNR Part 1 – Episode 86

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On this episode, I begin discussion about the ATNR (Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex). I will talk about what it looks like, when it should integrate, and what it might look like if it doesn’t integrate in preschool and school aged kids.

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IFSP vs IEP – Episode 85

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On this episode, I discuss the differences between IFSP’s and IEP’s, and details about what each plan might look like.

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IDEA Regulations:

[USC04] 20 USC CHAPTER 33, SUBCHAPTER II:

ASSISTANCE FOR EDUCATION OF ALL CHILDREN

WITH DISABILITIES,

uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?path=/prelim@title20/

chapter33/subchapter2&edition=prelim.

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Frequency of Early Intervention Therapy – Episode 84

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On this Episode, I will discuss factors to help you determine what your frequency of therapy should be for Early Intervention treatments.

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Timing and Intensity Study

OT dosage parameters Study
OT dosage parameters
Gee, Bryan M, et al. “Dosage Parameters in Pediatric Outcome Studies Reported in 9 Peer-Reviewed Occupational Therapy Journals from 2008 to 2014: A Content Analysis.” Rehabilitation Research and Practice, Hindawi Publishing Corporation, 2016, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4754491/.
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Infant Sensory Feeding Therapy – Episode 83

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On this Episode, I explain what sensory sensitivities and sensory decreased awareness can look like with newborns and infants. I also provide strategies and explanation for ways to support the babies and their caregivers with feeding difficulties from a sensory perspective.

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Low Cognition – Episode 82

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On this episode, I discuss ways we can work with kids who have lower cognitive abilities on grasp development and self help skills.

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Auditory Sensory Processing at Home and School – Episode 81

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On this Episode, I talk about Auditory Sensory Processing Delays and Sensitivities.  I will explain what this looks like, how it works, and provide examples of home and school situations.

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COTA and OTR Work Relationship – Episode 80

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On this episode of the Milestones Podcast, I discuss the roles of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in Occupational Therapy settings.  I also explain the differences between COTA and OTR and what their roles are in the workplace.

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Pencil Grip Study
Schwellnus, Heidi, et al. “Writing Forces Associated With Four Pencil Grasp Patterns in Grade 4 Children.” American Journal of Occupational Therapy, American Occupational Therapy Association, 1 Mar. 2013, ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?articleid=1851668&resultClick=3.

“Paraprofessional.” Merriam-Webster, Merriam-Webster, www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paraprofessional.

COTA Name Change
PA, April 1 2017Philadelphia. “COTA: Is a Name Change the Solution?” American Journal of Occupational Therapy, American Occupational Therapy Association, 1 Nov. 1996, ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?articleid=1865150&resultClick=3.

Entry level OT
“Entry-Level Role Delineation for Registered Occupational Therapists (OTRs) and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs).” American Journal of Occupational Therapy, American Occupational Therapy Association, 1 Dec. 1990, ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?articleid=1879318&resultClick=3.

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Fine Motor Skills for 3 Year Olds Episode 79

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On this Episode, I discuss the top 5 Fine Motor Skills that I look for in typical 3 year old development!

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HWT and Head Start Article

Lust, Carol A., and Denise K. Donica. “Effectiveness of a Handwriting Readiness Program in Head Start: A Two-Group Controlled Trial.” American Journal of Occupational Therapy, American Occupational Therapy Association, 1 Sept. 2011, ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?articleid=1851506&resultClick=3.

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Crawling Episode 78

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On this Episode, I discuss the potential long term benefits of crawling, as well as, the potential long-term issues kids might have in school if they skip the crawling phase as infants.
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