21 Oct 2026 12:00
Can OT help with impulse control for my 5 year old with ADHD?
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SummaryIn this episode, I explore how occupational therapy can support children with ADHD, especially in managing impulse control. I share insights on how OTs assess and tailor interventions to help kids participate fully in their daily occupations and develop lifelong self-regulation skills. key topics
- What occupational therapy is and isn't
- How OT helps with developmental milestones
- Occupations and barriers for children with ADHD
- Top-down and bottom-up OT strategies
- Environmental modifications and sensory needs
- Building impulse control through games and self-awareness
takeaways
- OT can help children participate in daily activities by reducing barriers.
- Occupational therapy focuses on the things that occupy a child's time, not just jobs.
- OT strategies include environmental modifications, sensory regulation, and self-awareness.
- Games like red light, green light, and freeze dance help develop impulse control.
- Understanding sensory triggers and interoception is key to self-regulation.
~Formerly known as The Sensory W.I.S.E. Solutions Pocast~ The Sensory Code Book
