Sensory processing is a foundation that supports humans in every area of development. From an infant’s ability to lift their head against gravity, to a school age child’s ability to focus on their school work, sensory processing plays an important role in the development of essential life skills.
Stephanie Combey, Senior Director of Children’s Mental Health Services at St. David's Center, discusses some of the ways parents and caregivers may see anxiety and depression present in children.
In this installment of our two-part series on early motor skill development, Cassandra Murray, an occupational therapist discusses the progression from sitting independently through crawling.
In part one of this two-part series, we discuss ways to help your young child build a foundation for motor skill success with antigravity and supine positions.
For many of us, Labor Day weekend is a time to get in one last shot of summer. This year, things look a little different, but there are still plenty of ways to enjoy the holiday.
As you consider ways to support your own child during this transition to distance learning and throughout the year, it’s equally important to take your own wellbeing into account.
Try out these activities to help your child calm their mind and body during times of stress.
It is important for children’s mental health and well-being to start a dialogue about race early. In doing so, we can help all children connect with others in positive ways and work together to build thriving communities grounded in equality for all.
As a trauma therapist, a foundational component of my training and education was the concept of safety –