occupational therapy
Can Occupational Therapy Help Kids With ADHD?
Historically, children with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) have been treated with medications like Ritalin, Adderall, and Dexadrine. But while these medications can be effective for some kids, they can also have significant adverse side effects. For many kids, occupational…
Does My Child Have Sensory Processing Disorder?
Sensory processing disorder is a condition that has gained increasing recognition in recent years, to some extent because it’s often diagnosed with comorbid conditions like autism spectrum disorder and ADHD. However, as our Brecksville occupational therapists can explain, it can…
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…
Fun Fall Activities From Our Akron Occupational Therapists
Our Akron occupational therapists are big fans of autumn here in Northeast Ohio – brightly-colored leaves, brisk air, bulbous pumpkins, and crisp apple cider. Plus, there are so many ways we can incorporate season-themed activities into our OT sessions: Crafts,…
Frustration Tolerance: How Our Brecksville Occupational Therapists Help Kids Manage Frustration
Frustration tolerance is the ability to successfully manage feelings of frustration. It’s a tough skill to master, and it’s something with which a lot of kids struggle. As our Cleveland occupational therapists can explain, having low frustration tolerance can make…
Akron Occupational Therapists Explain How Exercise Boosts Kids’ Concentration
Attention is a necessary component for children’s development and academic success. But helping kids maintain attention and focus has undoubtedly gotten tougher in recent years. We’re confronted with increased screen time, compelling animations and other constant distractions. It’s especially tough…
What to Look for in a Cleveland Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Pediatric occupational therapy is a broad discipline focused on helping children gain independence while also strengthening development of sensory motor skills, fine motor skills and visual skills needed to help kids function, socialize and participate in daily life. Most professionals…
Music as an Occupational Therapy Tool for Building Social Skills
Social skills don’t come easily to many kids with disabilities and delays. But music is a language we can all speak! Music literally moves us and brings people together. It’s uniquely its own kind of therapy, and we love using…
Best Occupational Therapy Board Games for Kids
Kids love board games. (So do a lot of grownups!) They’re a great way for kids to challenge their mind, practice turn-taking and test out their math skills. We use them a lot in our Northeast Ohio occupational therapy clinic…
Value of Occupational Therapy for Kids Highlighted During the Pandemic
Occupational therapy helps children when they have difficulties in day-to-day activities in their home, school and community. It’s a very broad discipline, and many parents who come to Therapy & Wellness Connection have never really heard of it or understand…