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When Should You Take A Pacifier Away | Pediatric Therapy TV

January 26, 2012
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TweetPin it Pediatric Speech and Language Pathologist explains when a parent should take a pacifier away from a baby or toddler.   In this Video You Will Learn: If there is a specific age to take the pacifier away How sucking on a pacifier can cause feeding and speech difficulties What kind of pacifier a [...]

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What is Proprioception and Why is it Important?

January 25, 2012
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TweetPin it What: Proprioception is the concept of knowing where your body is in space (body awareness) and the ability to safely maneuver around your environment. It also includes the use of heavy work activities and the ability to stimulate the joint receptors. Why: Proprioceptive input is important for a child’s development because it helps [...]

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New Definition of Autism for DSM

January 24, 2012
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TweetPin it Another firestorm of controversy was unleashed recently as experts continue to argue over proposed changes to the diagnosis of autism and related disorders. The American Psychiatric Association has proposed changes to the Diagnostic and Statistic Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) for the fifth edition that would effectively consolidate Autism, Asperger’s Disorder and Pervasive [...]

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Making Mealtime Fun

January 23, 2012
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TweetPin it Eating is supposed to be an enjoyable and social experience. For children with feeding disorders, the opposite may be true. In fact, children with sensory-based feeding disorders often find mealtimes to be stressful and anxiety-provoking. This might feel discouraging to parents, who feel helpless as they worry about their child’s nutrition, growth and [...]

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How To Tie A Shoe Part 2 | Pediatric Therapy Tv

January 19, 2012
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TweetPin it IN TODAY’S WEBISODE, A PEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST SHOWS US THE  SECOND PART IN TEACHING CHILDREN “HOW TO TIE THEIR SHOES”.   CLICK HERE TO READ A BLOG WITH HOW TO STEPS ON SHOE TYING: In This Video You Will Learn: The step by step guide of teaching a child How To Tie a Shoe [...]

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The Importance of Teaching Self-Advocacy Skills to Children with ADHD

January 18, 2012
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TweetPin it Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a neurological condition associated with under activation of the frontal lobe. This area of the brain is also associated  with the executive functioning skills such as organization, time management; planning, impulse control, cognitive flexibility, and ability to self monitor one’s work. Children with ADHD without a doubt demonstrate [...]

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