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Author Archives: Marina Scott MS, OTR/L
How Occupational Therapy Can Help Teenagers and Post-Graduate Students Thrive
When people hear “occupational therapy” (OT), they often think about young children developing motor skills or older adults recovering from injury.
However, occupational therapy is just as valuable for teenagers and post-graduate students navigating the challenges of school, independence, and transitioning into adult life.
Attention vs. Compliance: Why the Difference Matters
In classrooms everywhere, teachers and staff often ask occupational therapists to help when a student is “not paying attention.”
Sometimes, however, what adults describe as an “attention problem” is really about compliance—whether or not the child is following directions.
What is Interoception and Why It Matters for Children and Adults
Interoception is a term you might not hear every day, but it plays a crucial role in how we understand and respond to our own bodies.
Why Play Is the Most Developmentally Important Skill of Early Childhood
In a world where milestones, academic achievement, and structured learning seem to matter earlier and earlier, it’s easy to forget one of the most powerful tools we have for supporting a young child’s development: play.
The Future of Pediatric Occupational Therapy: How AI Is Transforming the Way We Support Children
Artificial intelligence (AI) is beginning to reshape the way we assess, plan, and support occupational therapy interventions — opening up exciting possibilities for both therapists and families.
How to Be a Neuro-Affirming Pediatric Occupational Therapist
The field of pediatric occupational therapy is evolving—and so is the way we understand and support neurodivergent children.
Sensory-Friendly Classroom Ideas
A sensory-friendly classroom is more than just a calm space—it’s a learning environment intentionally designed to support students with a wide range of needs.
Five Signs Kids Display When Overstimulated at School (and How to Support Them)
Here are five common signs that a child may be overstimulated at school—and how to help them find calm again.
What Does It Mean to Meet Children Where They’re At?
As parents, teachers, and caregivers, we often hear the phrase “meet children where they’re at.”
But what does that actually mean?