Therapies: Learn More About How They Help Your Child
You may fight to get your child therapy in school, drive endless miles to reach therapists' offices, perform therapeutic activities at home, or research the latest cutting-edge techniques -- but do you really know what those therapies do, how people become qualified to do them, how they're supposed to help and how quickly? Get the information you need to make good choices.
Listing of catalogs that offer products for physical, occupational, and sensory integration therapy, many of which can be used at home.
Intrigued by a book on speech or occupational therapy in the Harried Parent's Book Club? Read more about it through excerpts from the books below. For excerpts on other topics, go to the full index.
There's more to picking a therapist for a child with special needs than finding the person of greatest repute. You'll also want to think about things like how far you'll drive, how much you'll pay, and how well you'll be listened to. Learn more about the five factors you should consider before choosing a therapist for your child.
Are you happy with your child's therapy? Every now and then it's useful to do a Therapy Check-Up to see what needs to be changed and why.
An explanation of the term "motor," with links to more information.
Profile of an online business, started by a parent of a child with special needs, that offers DVDs to help children who have to wear an eye patch due to amblyopia, strabismus and cataracts.
Information on therapeutic horseback riding and hippotherapy from the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association, including how to find a therapist in your area.
Frequently asked questions about music therapy from the American Music Therapy Association.
