Jill Pellettieri’s recent Washingtonian article “Should You Send Your Kids to Occupational Therapy?,” which ran in our February 2016 print issue with the headline “How to Hold a Pencil: And Other ...

A special holiday workshop at Misericordia University is helping local families make playtime more accessible. Monday night, ...

Inge Sonn states that sensory boxes or bins are boxes or plastic containers filled with small toys and a variety of materials. She says it stimulates the senses while addressing "fine motor skills, ...

Occupational therapy helps multiple sclerosis patients manage symptoms so that they can perform their daily tasks more efficiently.

A group of Temple University students made a special delivery at Philadelphia's HMS School for Children with Cerebral Palsy on Wednesday. The Temple students – part of Temple's occupational therapy ...

Children with ADHD often have seemingly boundless energy. Activities for children with ADHD that focus on movement, skill building, and sensory input can help direct their energy into beneficial ...

As children age, they have increasing opportunities to get involved with extracurricular activities. For example, they might play a sport or join a club or student organization. These activities can ...