Brecksville occupational therapy

A Child’s “Occupation” is Play – A Brecksville Occupational Therapy Perspective

Those first introduced to the world of early intervention therapy are often confused as to why children would need occupational therapy. After all, kids don’t have “occupations,” right? Actually, they do! As our Brecksville occupational therapy practitioners can explain, children’s…

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Study: Behavioral Regulation Difficulties Linked to Sleep Problems Among Kids With Autism

A new study found that difficulty sleeping – a common problem for children on the autism spectrum – is associated with behavioral regulation difficulties later in childhood. This longitudinal study drives home the importance of helping families address the sleep…

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Occupational Therapy vs. Physical Therapy: What’s the Difference?

Both occupational therapy and physical therapy practitioners are committed to improving lives. But often when parents come to us for services, in some cases recommended for both types of therapy, they aren’t all that clear on the unique role each…