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How Occupational Therapy Helps Improve Your Professional Life
How occupational therapy helps improve professional life, productivity, mental health, and physical well-being. Learn benefits, activities, examples, and what occupational therapy treats.
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Autism Support Strategies for Children: Choice Making, Daily Routines, Preparation Skills & Understanding Stimming Behaviors
Supporting a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) requires patience, planning, and an understanding of their unique ways of interacting with the world. From making choices to following routines, managing stims, and preparing for transitions, these strategies build independence, communication skills, and social competence. This comprehensive guide explores effective approaches to help children with ASD thrive in daily life and social situations. How to show support for au
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Christmas Holiday Activities for Kids at Home
Christmas is a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration—but during times of social distancing, families often look for meaningful Christmas activities for kids at home that are fun, engaging, and developmentally enriching. The good news? Holiday moments can be turned into powerful learning opportunities, especially when activities are thoughtfully planned. From boosting speech and language skills to encouraging creativity, turn-taking, and emotional connection, these holid
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Building Bonds Beyond Barriers – The Inspiring Journey of Buddy Up Founders, Gopika and Moneisha
In this month’s Success Story segment, we bring you a heartwarming story of friendship, resilience, and purpose. A journey led by two inspiring mothers who turned their personal challenges into a movement that celebrates connection and inclusion. Meet Gopika Kapoor and Moneisha Nagar , co-founders of Buddy Up , a unique social platform designed to help people with disabilities build friendships, communities, and a true sense of belonging. Their story is not just about creat
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Swallowing Difficulties (Dysphagia): Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Effective Treatment Options
Swallowing is a complex process that involves several muscles and nerves working together. Dysphagia , a swallowing condition, can result from a disruption in this mechanism. Dysphagia can be a serious condition, leading to malnutrition, dehydration, and even aspiration pneumonia. Swallowing difficulties, also known as dysphagia, can affect people of all ages for various reasons. This condition may arise from neurological disorders, muscular problems, structural abnormalities
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The WH’s of Dysphagia: What Causes Swallowing Difficulties, Who Is Affected & How It’s Treated
Dysphagia refers to a difficulty in the process of swallowing, where it takes more effort than normal to move food from the mouth to the stomach. Dysphagia can be associated with pain ( odynophagia ) and is common among young babies and older adults. It is a problem with swallowing that makes it difficult to get food or drink from your mouth to your stomach. Dysphagia is a painful condition. Swallowing can be difficult in several instances. Having trouble swallowing on occ
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