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Apr 30, 2018

We're always on the lookout for ways to transform our lives, but sometimes we forget that — along with exercise — there's another miracle drug within our control: SLEEP. Our sleep problems are so bad that the CDC refers to them as "a public health epidemic." Here are some reasons sleep is so important and why we as...


Apr 30, 2018

You owe it to yourself to be great.  You owe it to yourself

Some say that’s selfish.
Some might say they owe it to their family to be there for them…
Let me tell you something:
You owe it to your family to SET AN EXAMPLE
An example of someone who lives the life they want to live.
A STRONG EXAMPLE of a strong human...


Apr 27, 2018

A diagnosis of dementia can be frightening for those affected by the syndrome, their family members, and caretakers. Unfortunately, there is a stigma associated with this term. Learning more about this medical condition can help. This booklet provides a general overview of various types of dementia, describes how the...


Apr 26, 2018

The International Institute of Therapeutic Intervention and Learning is a great resource for those utilizing brain entrainment and neurofeedback. Their soundscapes specifically target areas where a client may be having trouble.

For those unfamiliar with Brain Entrainment, it refers to the capacity of the brain to...


Apr 25, 2018

On this edition of “Today In My Occupational Therapy Life”, see how I use recess to meet goals and objectives. By incorporating OT session activities into this time I get excellent participation, anticipation for our next session, and the kids get to have a lot of fun being...