Do I need Occupational Therapy?
A “YES” RESPONSE IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS WOULD INDICATE THAT YOU MAY HAVE NEEDS THAT AN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST CAN ADDRESS:
TOUCH
_____ Reacts emotionally or aggressively to touch
_____ Decreased awareness of pain/temperature
_____ Touches excessively
_____ Doesn’t seem to notice when hands or face are messy
_____ Overreacts when hands or feet are messy
MOVEMENT
_____ Avoids activities that require balance
_____ Increased muscle tone
_____ Moves stiffly
_____ Seems in constant motion
LOW ENERGY/WEAK
_____ Sedentary – avoids activities that require movement
_____ Low muscle tone
_____ Weak grasp
_____ Poor endurance/tires easily
_____ Appears lethargic/no energy
VISUAL/AUDITORY
_____ Responds negatively to unexpected or loud noises
_____ Is distracted if there is a lot of noise
_____ Startles easily
_____ Enjoys strange noises/seeks to make noise for noise sake
_____ Is bothered by bright lights
_____ Cannot follow target with eyes
_____ Poor visual attention
ORAL MOTOR
_____ Gags easily
_____ Immature chewing patterns
_____ Avoids certain foods
_____ Stuffs mouth with food
_____ Messy eater
_____ Chews on non-food objects
_____ Requires assistance to feed self
BEHAVIORS
_____ Scratches/Hits/Pinches/Bites
_____ Difficult to calm when upset
_____ Is easily distracted/impulsive
_____ Has difficulty organizing work
_____ Seems to understand directions but cannot complete tasks
COORDINATION
_____ Difficulty picking up small items
_____ Clumsy
_____ Turns to avoid crossing body midline
_____ Poor handwriting
SELF CARE
_____ Requires assistance for fasteners
_____ Requires assistance for dressing
_____ Requires assistance for hygiene activities
Occupational Therapy for All Children
- Occupational Therapy’s Role in Health Promotion
- The Role of Occupational Therapy with Children and Youth
- Into the Swing of Things
Autism
- Occupational Therapy’s Role With Autism
- Tips for Educators for Students With Autism
- Supporting Parents of Children With Autism: The Role of Occupational Therapy
- Addressing Sensory Integration Across the Lifespan Through Occupational Therapy
School-Based Occupational Therapy
- Occupational Therapy and School Mental Health
- Occupational Therapy in School Settings
- Transitions for Children and Youth
- What Parents Need to Know About School-Based Occupational Therapy
- Homework Help From Occupational Therapy
- Response to Intervention Consumer Brochure
- Occupational Therapy and Universal Design for Learning
- Frequently Asked Questions for Educators – Help All Students Achieve Greater Success in Academic Performance and Social Participation – NEW!
Early Intervention
- Occupational Therapy in Early Intervention: Helping Children Succeed
- AOTA Practice Advisory on Occupational Therapy in Early Intervention
Developmental Disabilities
Children’s Mental Health
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