Occupational therapists study human growth and development and a person’s interaction with the environment through daily activities.They are experts in the social, emotional, and physiological effects of illness and injury.This knowledge helps them promote skills for independent living in people with autism and other developmental disorders.Occupational therapists work as part of a team that includes parents, teachers, and other professionals.
2. WHAT IS OT ?
Occupational therapists study human growth and development and a
person’s interaction with the environment through daily activities.
They are experts in the social, emotional, and physiological effects of
illness and injury.
This knowledge helps them promote skills for independent living in
people with autism and other developmental disorders
Occupational therapists work as part of a team that includes parents,
teachers, and other professionals.
4. BENEFITS
Enhanced Independence
Improved Motor Skills
Enhanced Cognitive Function
Adaptive Strategies
Emotional Well-being
Increased Social Participation
Effective Rehabilitation
Support for Developmental Challenges
Individualized Care
improve emotional regulation
improve feeding habits
regularise sleep routines
5. FEATURES OF OT
HISTORY: Pre natal, natal and post natal history, developmental history,
medical history and family history.
ON EXAMINATION: Where the therapist assess the child with a hands-on
approach, checking for each and every age appropriate skill such as:
The process of intervention starts with a detailed assessment.It includes:
Gross motor development
Fine motor development
Cognitive development
Hand function
Self-care skills
Play skills
sensory evaluation & observation
social emotional skills
6. TYPES OF TREATMENT
Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Training
Functional Mobility Training
Cognitive Rehabilitation
Sensory Integration Therapy
Social Skills Training
Play-Based Therapy
7. ROLE OF AN OCCUPATIONAL
THERAPIST
Help the childs to improve the quality of life at home and school
Help to learn daily life skills like brushing,dressing,toileting,and other grooming
skills
Help to improve gross motor skills for sitting, posture,walking,climbing, etc..
Help the child to learn and practice perceptual skills
Help with sensory needs
Improve adult and peer relationships
help improve gross motor skills like crossing midline, bilateral coordination,
symmetrical /asymmetrical use of body, transition patterns, navigating across
variety of environments
learn & practice visual motor integration & visual perceptual skills
help to structure routines of daily life activities
8. SENSORY PROCESSING FOR
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Sensory processing is the ability of the Human Body to receive information from
our seven senses, organise and interpret these information and hence produce
a meaningful response towards the received stimuli.
The eight senses are:
Visual System
Tactile system
Olfactory system
Gustatory system
Vestibular system
Proprioceptive system
auditory sense & interoceptive sense
9. OTHER USES OF OCCUPATIONAL
THERAPY
Occupational therapy is used for persons who
•Have birth defects or birth injuries
•Are physically disabled or have physical challenges
•Are recovering from an illness or surgery
•Learning disabilities (like dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia etc)
•Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
•Have mental health issues and/or behavioral disorders
•Are getting older.
10. DEVELOPMENT OF FINEMOTOR SKILLS AND
SELFCARE ROUTINES
Fine Motor Skills Development
Fine motor skills involve the coordination of small muscle movements,
primarily in the hands and fingers.
Teaching hand-eye coordination through activities like colouring, cutting, and
puzzles.
Self-Care Routines
Self-care routines include activities like dressing, grooming, feeding, and
toileting.
Teaching individuals how to use adaptive tools or devices to assist in self-care
activities.
teaching eye-hand coordination through buttoning, colouring etc..
11. ROLE OF OT IN TEACHING SOCIO
EMOTIONAL REGULATION SKILLS
Assessing Individual Needs
Sensory Integration
Self-Awareness and Self-Regulation
Social Interaction
Coping Strategies
Structured Routines
Communication Skills
Real-World Practice
12. FAMILY INVOLVEMENT IN OT AND
AUTISM
Collaborative Assessment
Goal Setting
Partnership in Intervention
Education and Training
Advocacy
Support and Emotional Well-Being
Home Environment Modifications
Communication
Observation and Feedback
Empowerment