For kids with Sensory Issues! They may love the vibration and seek out that sensation for deep pressure on their arms and legs. If they don’t like the sensation, it may be something to work towards.
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Early Intervention Therapy Long Term Benefits Episode 32
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On this episode, I discuss the benefits of early intervention services. I also discuss what the some of the potential consequences of not receiving necessary therapy services could be in the long term.
Brain Plasticity
https://www.verywell.com
Harvard University
http://developingchild.harvard.edu
Urban Child Institute
http://www.urbanchildinstitute.org
Education Commission of The States
https://www.ecs.org
Is Early Intervention Cost Effective?
https://www.upweegrow.com
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Special Needs
Early Intervention
Autism
Occupational Therapy
Melissa and Doug Shapes Puzzle
A great chunky wooden inset puzzle for toddlers to practice their fine motor skills and matching skills. You can also work on language for labeling the shapes and colors!
Sensory Over-Stimulation Episode 31 Developmental Milestones
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On this episode, I discuss what happens when people become Over-stimulated due to sensory processing issues.
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Sensory Processing
Developmental Milestones
Autism
Child Development
Toothbrushing and Sensory Processing Issues Episode 30
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On this episode, I discuss issues with toothbrushing in kids with Sensory Processing sensitivities. The topic includes brushing teeth and home and at the dentist office.
Research Study:
http://ajot.aota.org
Stein, Leah I., et al. “Oral Care and Sensory Concerns in Autism.” American Journal of Occupational Therapy, American Occupational Therapy Association, 1 Sept. 2012, ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?articleid=1851619&resultClick=3. Accessed 6 Sept. 2017.
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Nuk Brush for Oral Motor Skills
Nuk brush is great for introducing oral motor stimulation to kids with Sensory Processing Disorder.
Jigglers for Oral Motor Activities
These cute animals vibrate when you twist the handle/post. Kids can use them to stimulate their mouth for awareness, or use them to help become desensitized through the vibrations.
Jumbo Nuts and Bolts Set for Fine Motor Skills
This game is great for bilateral skills – using both hands together to turn the pieces. Wrist control and hand coordination is used to twist the pieces to come off or go back on.
Mini Muffin Match Up for Fine Motor Skills
Fine Motor Skills are used in this game to use the tongs to pick up the pieces, and to use fingers to get the pieces out of the muffin tin. Great for matching and cognitive skills as well!
Fine Motor Skills in Occupational Therapy Episode 29
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On this episode, I discuss the history of the profession of Occupational Therapy in the United States. I also discuss fine motor skills in kids and adults including crossing midline and bilateral coordination.
Wikipedia OT history:
https://en.wikipedia.org
Wikipedia Greek Doctor: https://en.wikipedia.org
AJOT OT WWI article
http://ajot.aota.org
Gutman, Sharon A. “Influence of the U.S. Military and Occupational Therapy Reconstruction Aides in World War I on the Development of Occupational Therapy.” American Journal of Occupational Therapy, American Occupational Therapy Association, 1 Mar. 1995, ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?articleid=1870396. Accessed 6 Sept. 2017.
AOTA:
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Sensory Processing
Fine Motor Skills
Autism