What is ADHD and the role of Occupational Therapy in ADHD? Definition of ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder)– According to DSM-IV: ADHD is a disruptive behavioral disorder characterized by a set of chronic and impairing behavior patterns that display abnormal … [Read more...]
Gross Motor Activities
Gross Motor Activities All children benefit from active movement of the large muscles in the arms, legs, and trunk. Exercise of these muscles promotes strength, endurance, posture, balance, and coordination. Participation in gym class and eventual recreation activities are … [Read more...]
Sensory Integration Proprioceptive Activities
What is proprioception? Proprioception is one of the important sense of our body. Proprioception is the unconscious awareness of body position. It tells us about the position of our body parts, their relation to each other, and their relation to other people and objects. … [Read more...]
Sensory Integration Vestibular Activities
Vestibular stimulation can have a significant impact on the nervous system. Vestibular sensations also help the nervous system to stay organized and balanced. Quick and fast movements tend to be alerting, and slow movements tend to be calming. An occupational therapist suggests … [Read more...]
Sensory Tactile Activities
Sensory Tactile Activities - Tactile activities can be an important part of sensory diet or fine motor skill building program. Tactile activities are very helpful in problems like hand and finger awareness, attention, and fine motor planning. What is a tactile system? The … [Read more...]
