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Fragile X and Tactile Hypersensitivity
New research regarding Fragile X syndrome and sensory hypersensitivity to touch has been discovered. Using a mouse model, scientists have determined that there is a delay in the development of the sensory cortex that responds to touch. The mice showed a delay in the development of synapses in the sensory cortex. The researchers are hopeful […]
Hidden Cups – Activity Idea
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Three Easy Steps to Prevent Childhood Obesity
Pediatrics has published research on the association of 8550 four year olds in the United States, household routines and the effects on obesity. The researchers concluded that preschoolers who: eat evening meals as a family at least 5x/week get at least 10.5 hours of sleep per night have less than 2 hours of screen time […]
Effects of Weighted Vests
Focus on Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities has published a research article on the effects of weighted vests on the engagement of children with developmental delays and autism. Three participants (who had previously worn weighted vests) were observed in three different conditions – no vest, vest with no weight and vest with 5% of body […]
Group versus Individual Sessions for Kids with DCD
A recent study in the Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine was published on motor skill training for children with developmental coordination disorder (DCD). Twenty three children with DCD (mean age 8 yrs 1month) were split up with 12 children receiving motor skill training in a group and 11 on an individual basis, one time per week […]
Ideas and Games for One Switch Users
If you work with any children or adults who are moderately to severely disabled you may want to learn more about one switch access. OneSwitch.org is a comprehensive website on: how to adapt electronic gadgets and computer controls for one switch access, ideas for one switch use, gaming suggestions and more. Worth a look.
Youth Soccer – Higher Injury Rates
The American Academy of Pediatrics has released a report on injuries in youth soccer. Soccer has a higher injury rate than many other contact sports such as basketball, rugby and even football in some studies. Players that are less than 15 years of age had a higher injury rate. Indoor and outdoor soccer has similar […]
Kids Need a Dominant Hand
Occupational therapists have long known the benefits of a child developing hand dominance. A new study published in Pediatrics reports on children with mixed handedness. A longitudinal study was performed in Northern Finland on 7871 children ages 7 and 8 and then 16 years old. The results indicated that children with mixed handedness are at […]
Digital Magazine from Your Therapy Source Feb 2010
Recess then Lunch
Want to change a child’s eating habits and behaviors in school? Perhaps try scheduling recess before lunch. There have been several studies done that indicate recess before lunch results in improved behaviors, calmer students, less trips to the school nurse and healthier eating habits. Read the full article at the NY Times.