As a pediatric occupational therapist, I have countless experiences working with children and educating parents about emotional regulation and calming strategies. Children often communicate through behaviors when they are young and don't have the words to express how they are feeling. When these emotions are more extreme or problematic, they show up in a way often described as the Fight,...
Before deciding to become an occupational therapist, I initially started applying to colleges with the intent to become a physical therapist. That's a story for another day, but I ended up spending the first couple years of school taking the same courses as PT majors. Once I graduated and started working in the real world, I was amazed how much...
Like many adults, children are not always aware when they are suffering from anxiety. They often do not have the maturity or understanding to express why they feel anxious or fearful in situations. This can lead to stressful situations for not only the child but to a parent as well. As an occupational therapist with close to 20 years of...
Every child experiences a particular parenting style, but authoritative parenting is what is most recommended. So what is it, and why is it more effective? Read below to review the three primary styles parents use and discover how they appear in day to day life. Permissive Parenting Parents who treat their children as peers or friends are using a permissive parenting style. In...
Disciplining young children can be a frustrating experience. Many parents feel like they are doing it wrong and seek help and suggestions. ...