Definition:
Pediatric Occupational therapists or OT’s provide therapy and support to children so they can fully participate in everyday activities including school and social situations. They often help children experiencing sensory or handwriting difficulties.
Websites:
The American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA): aota.org/about-occupational-therapy.aspx#sthash.DrziQQzX.dpuf
Articles, Guides, Additional Resources
The Fact Sheets below from The American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. provide information on occupational therapy’s role with a variety of conditions affecting children and families.
- Occupational Therapy for All Children
- Autism
- School-Based Occupational Therapy
- The Role of Occupational Therapy in Providing Assistive Technology Devices and Services – pdf
- Students With Disabilities in Post-secondary Education Settings: How Occupational Therapy Can Help
- Occupational Therapy and School Mental Health– pdf, 561 kb
- Occupational Therapy in School Settings– pdf, 497 kb
- Transitions for Children and Youth– pdf, 349 kb
- What Parents Need to Know About School-Based Occupational Therapy
- Homework Help From Occupational Therapy
- Response to Intervention Consumer Brochure– pdf, 1 mb
- Occupational Therapy and Universal Design for Learning– pdf, 1002 kb
- Frequently Asked Questions for Educators – Help All Students Achieve Greater Success in Academic Performance and Social Participation – pdf, 86 kb
- Early Intervention
- Developmental Disabilities