An
occupational therapist assesses and considers various treatments for
individuals who struggle with daily living and work skills due to a
physical, mental, or cognitive disorder. The primary goal is to assist
patients in overcoming daily challenges to achieve an independent life.
Occupational
therapy can benefit people of all ages, especially children. The sooner
parents notice the warning signs of a child struggling with daily
tasks, the easier it will be for the child to develop new skills and
cope with their challenges. A parent may notice that their child
actively avoids activities that include fine motor skills, as they
realize they have difficulty performing certain tasks. An overreaction
to certain sounds, smells, and touch, may be a symptom of a sensory
issue, and therapy may help a child to cope better. A child may also
need assistance if they rarely initiate or engage independently in
activities or social groups.
Poor Fine Motor Skills
Parents
may notice that their child will avoid certain activities due to their
poor fine motor skills and coordination. For example, a child may have
issues using scissors, holding and gripping a pencil or crayon, folding
paper, or even writing their name. As a result, the child would try to
avoid any writing, drawing, or craft-related activities at school. Poor
fine motor skills will also affect their ability to hold and manipulate
small objects, so a child may also experience frustration while handling
some toys, games, or puzzles. It's not limited to activities; a child
may also show difficulty with putting on shoes, buttoning a coat, and
handling dinner utensils at an age when they should have mastered these
tasks.
Poor coordination is another warning sign that children may
need occupational therapy. Children may frequently fall or crash into
things or people due to their lack of balance. A therapist will guide
the child towards techniques that will help them improve their
coordination and achieve success in daily life and academics.
Overreaction to Stimuli
Occupational
therapy can benefit children who show signs of hypersensitivity to
sounds, smells, touch, or tastes. A child that is overreactive to
stimuli may have difficulty coping with change or be easily distracted
by any sight or sound. Alternately, a child may also underreact to
stimuli; for instance, they may show signs of high pain tolerance.
Over
or underreactive responses may indicate a condition called Sensory
Processing Disorder, in which the brain has trouble receiving sensory
information and organizing it into appropriate responses. Many children
with this disorder may be able to cope with the overwhelming symptoms
with the guidance of an occupational therapist.
Lack of Initiation
Some
children struggle with social skills and social interactions, leading
to a potentially negative impact on their academic and personal life.
Fortunately, social skills can be improved with the help of therapy.
Issues with social interaction go beyond difficulties in engaging
with family and peers. A child may also have issues adapting to new
environments and situations. Parents may also notice that their child
lacks initiation in social groups and interests that are new and involve
other peers, choosing to observe from the outside rather than actively
participate.
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