Children’s Occupational Therapy
Children who could benefit may demonstrate:
• Dislikes being held or cuddled
• Dislikes being on tummy
• Has not reached developmental milestones
• Has stiff or loose arms
• Has non-fluid arm movements
• Has weak arms/hands
• Difficulty performing tasks with both hands
• Difficulty cutting with scissors
• Has poor handwriting
• Is over or under reactive to touch, movement, sights, sounds, text or textures
• Difficulty dressing/tying shoes (buttoning, snapping, zipping, etc…)
• Has trouble performing self-care tasks
• Erratic arousal/alertness
• Poor attention to task
• Difficulty with changes in routine
• Has excessive tantrums
• Difficulty making friends, interaction or keeping up with peers
• Decreased self-esteem
• Poor eye contact
• Is clumsy and uncoordinated
• Has difficulty maintaining posture
• Is unable to sit still
• Has poor balance and body awareness
• Walks on toes frequently
