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Cognitive-Behavioral Frames of Reference in Occupational Therapy</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/behavioral-frame-of-reference/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/behavioral-frame-of-reference/</guid><description>The behavioral and cognitive-behavioral frames of reference in OT: ABC analysis, reinforcement, shaping, chaining, CBT techniques, examples and a quiz.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Frames of Reference</category></item><item><title>Biomechanical Frame of Reference in Occupational Therapy (with Examples)</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/biomechanical-frame-reference/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/biomechanical-frame-reference/</guid><description>The biomechanical frame of reference: principles, assessments, grading, pediatric positioning, worked cases, biomechanical vs NDT and rehab, and a quiz.</description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Frames of Reference</category></item><item><title>Cognitive Disability Frame of Reference: Allen Cognitive Levels Explained</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/cognitive-disability-frame-of-reference/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/cognitive-disability-frame-of-reference/</guid><description>Allen's cognitive disability frame of reference: the 6 cognitive levels, ACLS and RTI assessments, how to adapt tasks at each level, a case and a quiz.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Frames of Reference</category></item><item><title>Cutting Activities for Preschoolers: Scissor Skills by Age and 30 Fun Ideas</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/cutting-activities-preschoolers/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/cutting-activities-preschoolers/</guid><description>How scissor skills develop by age, how to teach cutting, the right scissors, and 30 OT cutting activities for preschoolers, with free practice sheets.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Developmental Frame of Reference in Occupational Therapy</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/developmental-frame-reference/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/developmental-frame-reference/</guid><description>The developmental frame of reference: Llorens' premises, Mosey's adaptive skills, interventions, worked cases, comparisons with other frames, and a quiz.</description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Frames of Reference</category></item><item><title>Executive Function Activities for Teens: 30 Strategies for School and Life</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/executive-function-activities-teens/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/executive-function-activities-teens/</guid><description>Practical executive function activities and strategies for teenagers: planning, time management, organisation, starting tasks, studying and emotional control.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Hand Strengthening Activities for Kids: 40 OT Ideas for Better Grip and Writing</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/hand-strengthening-activities-kids/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/hand-strengthening-activities-kids/</guid><description>Why hand strength matters for writing, cutting and self-care, signs of weak hands, and 40 OT hand strengthening activities for kids of all ages.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Heavy Work Activities for Kids: 50 OT Ideas for Home, School and Bedtime</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/heavy-work-activities/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/heavy-work-activities/</guid><description>What heavy work is, why it calms and focuses kids, and 50 OT heavy work activities for home, classroom, outdoors, toddlers and bedtime, with a free printable.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Sensory &amp; Autism</category></item><item><title>Model of Human Occupation (MOHO): Concepts, Assessments and a Case Example</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/model-of-human-occupation-moho-frame-of-reference/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/model-of-human-occupation-moho-frame-of-reference/</guid><description>MOHO explained: volition, habituation, performance capacity, environment, the MOHOST and other assessments, Remotivation, MOHO vs PEO and CMOP-E, and a quiz.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Feb 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Frames of Reference</category></item><item><title>Kawa Model in Occupational Therapy: The River Metaphor Explained with Examples</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/kawa-model/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/kawa-model/</guid><description>The Kawa model explained: water, river walls, rocks, driftwood and spaces, how to use it with clients, worked examples, and a free Kawa river worksheet.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Frames of Reference</category></item><item><title>Motor Learning Frame of Reference: Motor Control, Skill Acquisition and Task-Oriented Practice</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/motor-learning-frame-of-reference/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/motor-learning-frame-of-reference/</guid><description>The motor learning frame of reference: Fitts and Posner's stages, practice schedules, KR vs KP feedback, task-oriented training, CO-OP and evidence.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Frames of Reference</category></item><item><title>Motor Planning Activities for Kids: What Praxis Is and 30 OT Ideas</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/motor-planning-activities/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/motor-planning-activities/</guid><description>Motor planning (praxis) explained simply, signs of motor planning difficulties, and 30 OT activities for home, school and therapy.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Neurodevelopmental (NDT) Frame of Reference and Sensorimotor Approaches in OT</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/neurodevelopmental-frame-of-reference/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/neurodevelopmental-frame-of-reference/</guid><description>The NDT (Bobath) frame of reference explained, with Rood, Brunnstrom and PNF sensorimotor approaches, key principles, examples and what the evidence says today.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Frames of Reference</category></item><item><title>Occupational Adaptation Model (Schkade and Schultz): Concepts, Assessment and Examples</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-adaptation-model/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-adaptation-model/</guid><description>The Occupational Adaptation model: occupational challenge, press for mastery, adaptive response, relative mastery, assessment, a case example and a quiz.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Frames of Reference</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy Activities for Dementia: 35 Ideas by Stage</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-activities-dementia/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-activities-dementia/</guid><description>Meaningful occupational therapy activities for people with dementia, matched to early, middle and late stages, with evidence on OT programs and tips for carers.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Adult Rehab</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy Activities for Stroke Patients: 30 Evidence-Based Ideas</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-activities-stroke-patients/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-activities-stroke-patients/</guid><description>OT activities for stroke recovery: daily living practice, arm and hand activities, thinking and vision tasks, home ideas and what the evidence says.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Adult Rehab</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy for Adults with ADHD: Strategies for Work, Home and Life</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-adults-adhd/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-adults-adhd/</guid><description>How occupational therapy helps adults with ADHD: routines, time management, organisation, sensory needs, work and study strategies, and when to seek support.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Adult Rehab</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy Frames of Reference: Complete Guide with Examples</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-frames-of-reference/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-frames-of-reference/</guid><description>Every OT frame of reference and model compared: 15 frames, 6 models, Mosey's 5 parts, which frame for which setting, a worked case, quiz and free PDF.</description><pubDate>Fri, 25 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Frames of Reference</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy Goals for Autism: 40+ Examples (Neurodiversity-Affirming)</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-goals-autism/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-goals-autism/</guid><description>OT goals for autistic children: how to write respectful, functional goals, plus 40+ examples for sensory, self-care, feeding, play and school.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Sensory &amp; Autism</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy Models of Practice: PEO, CMOP-E, PEOP, EHP, MOHO and Kawa</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-models/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-models/</guid><description>Occupational therapy models of practice compared: PEO, CMOP-E, PEOP, EHP, MOHO and Kawa, how models differ from frames of reference, with diagrams and examples.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Frames of Reference</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy for Parkinson's Disease: Interventions, Strategies and Evidence</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-parkinsons-disease/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-parkinsons-disease/</guid><description>How OT helps people with Parkinson's: cueing, daily living strategies, handwriting, home safety, fatigue and evidence from a Lancet Neurology trial.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Adult Rehab</category></item><item><title>Oral Motor Activities for Toddlers: Feeding, Chewing and Drooling (OT Guide)</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/oral-motor-activities-toddlers/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/oral-motor-activities-toddlers/</guid><description>What oral motor skills are, feeding milestones, signs of difficulty, and 25 safe oral motor activities for toddlers for chewing, drinking and drooling.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Pediatric Occupational Therapy Goals: 60+ Examples by Skill Area and Age</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/pediatric-occupational-therapy-goals/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/pediatric-occupational-therapy-goals/</guid><description>A pediatric OT goal bank: how to write SMART and COAST goals, plus 60+ measurable examples for fine motor, handwriting, self-care, sensory and more.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Proprioceptive Activities Before Bed: A Calming Bedtime Routine for Kids</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/proprioceptive-activities-before-bed/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/proprioceptive-activities-before-bed/</guid><description>Calming proprioceptive and heavy work activities to help kids wind down before bed, a sample bedtime routine and weighted blanket safety.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Sensory &amp; Autism</category></item><item><title>Psychodynamic Frame of Reference in Occupational Therapy</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/psychodynamic-frame-reference/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/psychodynamic-frame-reference/</guid><description>The psychodynamic frame of reference: id, ego, superego, defence mechanisms, object relations, explorative vs supportive approaches, cases and a quiz.</description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Frames of Reference</category></item><item><title>Rehabilitative Frame of Reference in Occupational Therapy (with Examples)</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/rehabilitative-frame-reference/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/rehabilitative-frame-reference/</guid><description>The rehabilitative frame of reference: compensation, assistance levels, adaptive equipment, energy conservation, cases by condition, comparisons and a quiz.</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Jan 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Frames of Reference</category></item><item><title>Self-Regulation Activities for Kids: 35 OT Ideas to Calm, Focus and Cope</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/self-regulation-activities-for-kids/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/self-regulation-activities-for-kids/</guid><description>What self-regulation is, how it develops, co-regulation, the Zones of Regulation and Alert Program, and 35 OT self-regulation activities for toddlers to teens.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Sensory &amp; Autism</category></item><item><title>Sensory Diet for ADHD: A Sample Daily Schedule and 40 Activities</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/sensory-diet-for-adhd/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/sensory-diet-for-adhd/</guid><description>How a sensory diet can help kids with ADHD stay calm and focused: a sample school-day schedule, alerting and calming activities and a printable.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Sensory &amp; Autism</category></item><item><title>Toe Walking Exercises for Kids: 15 Stretches and Games to Try at Home</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/toe-walking-exercises/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/toe-walking-exercises/</guid><description>Simple toe walking exercises for kids: calf stretches, heel walking, squats and sensory games, how often to do them, plus a printable chart.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Trigger Finger Exercises and Occupational Therapy: Splints, Stretches and Tips</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/trigger-finger-exercises-occupational-therapy/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/trigger-finger-exercises-occupational-therapy/</guid><description>How OT and hand therapy treat trigger finger: splinting, tendon gliding exercises, activity changes, the evidence, and when injection or surgery helps.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Adult Rehab</category></item><item><title>Vestibular Activities for Babies: Safe Movement Play from 0 to 12 Months</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/vestibular-activities-for-babies/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/vestibular-activities-for-babies/</guid><description>Safe vestibular activities for babies by age: rocking, tummy time on a ball, gentle bouncing and swinging, how movement supports development, and safety rules.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Crossing the Midline: Why It Matters and 20 Fun Activities for Kids</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/crossing-midline-activities/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/crossing-midline-activities/</guid><description>What crossing the midline means, when children develop it, signs of difficulty, how it links to handwriting and hand dominance, and 20 OT-approved activities.</description><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Bilateral Coordination: What It Is, Signs of Difficulty and 30 Activities</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/bilateral-coordination-activities/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/bilateral-coordination-activities/</guid><description>Bilateral coordination means using both sides of the body together. The 3 types, how it develops, signs of difficulty and 30 OT activities for home.</description><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy vs Physical Therapy: What's the Difference?</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/difference-between-occupational-and-physical-therapy/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/difference-between-occupational-and-physical-therapy/</guid><description>OT vs PT explained by an occupational therapist: focus, goals, a real patient example, education, 2025 pay data and how to choose the right therapy.</description><pubDate>Sat, 26 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>The Profession</category></item><item><title>Dyspraxia (DCD) in Children: Signs, Diagnosis and How Occupational Therapy Helps</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/dyspraxia-developmental-coordination-disorder/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/dyspraxia-developmental-coordination-disorder/</guid><description>What dyspraxia or developmental coordination disorder is, signs by age, how it's diagnosed, and the evidence-based OT approaches like CO-OP that help children.</description><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Early Intervention and Occupational Therapy: A Guide for Families</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/early-intervention-occupational-therapy/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/early-intervention-occupational-therapy/</guid><description>What early intervention is, who qualifies, how the US process works from referral to IFSP, and how occupational therapists help babies and toddlers.</description><pubDate>Sat, 15 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Executive Function Skills in Children: What They Are and How to Build Them</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/executive-function-skills-children/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/executive-function-skills-children/</guid><description>Executive function explained: working memory, flexible thinking and self-control, signs of executive dysfunction, ADHD links and OT strategies by age.</description><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Fine Motor Skills: Development by Age, Checklist, Activities and Tips</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/fine-motor-skills-development-checklist-tips/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/fine-motor-skills-development-checklist-tips/</guid><description>Fine motor skills explained by an occupational therapist: milestones by age, a free checklist, pencil grasp stages, signs of delay and 40+ activities.</description><pubDate>Sat, 03 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Gross Motor Skills: Milestones by Age, Checklist and Activities</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/gross-motor-skills-development-checklist-activities/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/gross-motor-skills-development-checklist-activities/</guid><description>Gross motor skills explained by an occupational therapist: milestones from birth to 5, a free checklist, signs of delay, how OT helps and 40+ activities.</description><pubDate>Sun, 11 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Handwriting Skills: Readiness, Common Problems and OT Tips That Work</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/handwriting-skills-occupational-therapy/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/handwriting-skills-occupational-therapy/</guid><description>How handwriting develops, pre-writing shapes by age, common problems like messy or slow writing, and OT strategies and activities that help.</description><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Interoception: The 8th Sense Explained, with Activities for Kids and Adults</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/interoception/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/interoception/</guid><description>Interoception is how we feel hunger, thirst, toilet needs and emotions inside the body. Signs of interoception difficulties and OT activities that help.</description><pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Sensory &amp; Autism</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy Aide: Job Duties, Skills, Training and Salary</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-aide/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-aide/</guid><description>What an occupational therapy aide does, how it differs from an OTA, training, 2025 salary, key skills, and how it can lead to an OTA or OT career.</description><pubDate>Tue, 02 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>The Profession</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy for Anxiety Disorders: Assessment, Goals and Techniques</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-anxiety-disorder/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-anxiety-disorder/</guid><description>How OT helps anxiety: types and symptoms, assessment and goals, relaxation, coping skills, graded exposure, exercise and meaningful activity.</description><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Mental Health</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA): What They Do, How to Become One and Salary</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-assistant/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-assistant/</guid><description>Occupational therapy assistant career guide: duties, how to become a COTA, NBCOT exam, 2025 salary and outlook, supervision and career ladder.</description><pubDate>Thu, 04 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>The Profession</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy for Children: Assessment, Goals and Interventions</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-children/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-children/</guid><description>What pediatric occupational therapy is, who it helps, how OTs assess children, example goals, the main interventions and where children receive OT.</description><pubDate>Fri, 14 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy for Autism: Assessment, Goals and Activities</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-autism/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-autism/</guid><description>How occupational therapy helps autistic children: assessment, sensory and daily-living goals, a real session example, activities and home strategies from an OT.</description><pubDate>Sun, 23 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Sensory &amp; Autism</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy for Depression: Assessment, Goals and Activities</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-depression/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-depression/</guid><description>How OT helps depression: how symptoms affect daily life, assessment, sample goals, activity scheduling, CBT in action, groups and safety.</description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Mental Health</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy for Down Syndrome: Early Intervention, Activities and Tips</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-down-syndrome/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-down-syndrome/</guid><description>How OT helps children with Down syndrome: milestones, early intervention, feeding, motor and daily-living skills, activities, safety tips and advice for parents.</description><pubDate>Sat, 29 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy for Infants and Toddlers: Milestones, Reflexes and Play</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-infant-toddler-babies/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-infant-toddler-babies/</guid><description>How OT helps babies and toddlers: early reflexes, milestones, red flags, NICU and feeding support, sensory play, tummy time and the best toys by age.</description><pubDate>Sun, 30 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Pediatrics</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy in Mental Health: Assessment, Approaches and Activities</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-mental-health/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-mental-health/</guid><description>How OT helps people with mental illness: problem areas, assessments, goals, approaches from CBT to recovery, group levels and activities.</description><pubDate>Sat, 13 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Mental Health</category></item><item><title>Occupational Therapy for OCD: Assessment, Goals and Activities</title><link>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-ocd/</link><guid>https://occupationaltherapyot.com/occupational-therapy-ocd/</guid><description>Can occupational therapy help OCD? Yes. 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