Resource Center for Families & Caregivers
Whether you are a parent, grandparent, or guardian, explore our library of expert insights and play-based strategies designed to help every caregiver feel confident in supporting their child’s unique journey.
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The Truth About Weighted Vests for Autism and ADHD
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The science of why weighted vests work, the biological reason they often stop working, and how to use the “20-Minute Rule” to help your child thrive.
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Lazy or Overwhelmed? A Parent’s Guide to Executive Dysfunction
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Does your child hyperfocus on video games but struggle with simple chores? Learn why this isn’t laziness, but executive dysfunction, and discover OT strategies to help.
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Worry vs. Wiggles: Is It ADHD, Anxiety, or Both?
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We believe that to truly help your child, we must look beneath the surface behavior to understand what their nervous system is actually experiencing. Breaking down the functional differences between ADHD and Anxiety, and why telling them apart is the crucial first step to helping your child thrive.
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The Morning Battle: Why Socks, Tags, and Toothbrushes Cause Tears
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If your mornings feel like a daily negotiation wrapped in a meltdown, you are not alone. It is easy to feel frustrated and think your child is just being difficult, defiant, or stubborn. But as pediatric Occupational Therapists, we want to offer you a different lens.
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Heavy Work for ADHD: Supporting Hyper Bodies
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For parents of children with Hyperactive-Impulsive ADHD, constant motion can feel like defiance. But from an OT perspective, acting “driven by a motor” is often a biological craving for proprioceptive input. Instead of demanding stillness, we can help their nervous system feel grounded through heavy work and sensory regulation.
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ADD vs. ADHD: Understanding the Difference and How We Help Your Child Thrive
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If you have found your way here, you might be feeling a mix of confusion and exhaustion. Maybe a teacher mentioned your child is “zoning out” in class, or perhaps you’re watching your energetic child climb the furniture for the tenth time today and wondering, “Is this normal energy, or is this ADHD?”
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From Toy Cars to Life Skills: How a Child’s Passion Fuels Learning
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Children are naturally drawn to what excites them, and as parents and educators, we can use these passions as a bridge to developing essential skills.
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The Relationship Between Task Demands and Child Participation
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This article explores the connection between task difficulty and participation, illustrating how well-matched tasks can enhance engagement and meaningful occupation.
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The Connection Between Communication Challenges and Sensory Regulation
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How communication difficulties and sensory processing issues influence each other—and what can be done to help?
