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Let’s Talk About… Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) in Autism
Last month, we celebrated Autism Awareness Month—a time to recognise not just autism itself, but also the less commonly known traits and diagnoses that accompany…
Celebrating Siblings Day: Encouraging Inclusion, Communication, and Play
National Siblings Day, also known as Sibling Day, is celebrated on 10 April every year to honour the special bond between brothers and sisters. In…
Maximising Your Child’s Potential in a Physical Therapy Session
As a caregiver of a neurodiverse child, your deepest wish is for them to thrive, become more independent, and mobile. When you walk into the…
Unlocking Communication: The Power of AAC in Early Intervention
Helping children communicate is one of the most important things parents and caregivers can do. Some children face challenges with speech and language, and that…
Handwriting in a Digital World: A Case for Tradition
Tom (a pseudonym) is a fifth grader whose handwriting is often described by his mother as “horrible.” She frequently expresses frustration over the constant negative…
ADHD: Understanding and embracing neurodiversity
What is ADHD? ADHD is defined by the core signs of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsiveness. There are three presentations of ADHD: In a world that…
Understanding W-Sitting in Children: What Parents Should Know?
As physical therapists, we often hear parents expressing concern about the postures their children adopt while playing at home and school. Among the various positions,…
Understanding Reward Systems in ABA: A Parent’s Guide
When it comes to supporting children with behavior challenges or developmental disabilities, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a widely used approach that helps teach and…
Hydrotherapy: A beneficial adjunct to land-based physical therapy in children
What is hydrotherapy? Hydrotherapy, also known as Aquatic therapy, is the use of water for therapeutic purposes. It has been gaining recognition as an effective…