The term after-school restraint collapse was coined by counselor and parenting educator Andrea Loewen Nair. It describes a type of behavior in children who behave well at school but come home upset and often angry and crying. The reason some children do this is that they can control their true …
When Is Bed Wetting No Longer Normal?
Wetting the bed is a common occurrence in young children. Before the age of seven, your child may have not yet developed the necessary bladder control to make it through the night. In most cases, protecting your child’s mattress with a plastic cover and treating the situation calmly and patiently …
What Should You Know About Pediatric Occupational Therapy?
Occupational therapy (OT) is a health profession that helps children and adults improve their ability to function independently. OT focuses on assisting patients in developing skills needed to perform daily tasks such as dressing, feeding, bathing, learning, and communicating. Occupational …