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Category: Therapy

The Emotional Side of Speech Therapy that SLP Assistants Want Families to Know

Speech therapy is more than just about helping build a child’s communication skills. It also impacts the emotional health of a child. SLP assistants explain that kids may become frustrated when they are unable to communicate effectively. Thus, affecting self-confidence and social interaction. In these cases, children react to communication difficulties in unique ways. While some become quiet in unfamiliar situations, others, on the other hand, may show frustration through their behavior.… Read More

Autism Spectrum Disorder: Toronto SLPs Explain Why Speech Issues Make Things Worse

For a lot of kids, learning how to speak and express what they feel happens gradually and in regular progression as they mature. As they grow, their words enable them to connect with friends, family members, and teachers. However, there are also those children living with autism spectrum disorder wherein for most, communication does not develop in the same way. Toronto SLPs explains that because of this, expressing simple needs, thoughts, or emotions becomes a constant struggle, affecting many areas of their lives.… Read More

Developing Fine Motor Skills Through Occupational Therapy

In child development, one of the noted skills that a child can develop is fine motor skills. These are the skills that involve small hand and finger movements. This is because kids use these skills daily, especially as they go to school. This is seen in holding pencils, tying shoes, and using utensils. As such, if these skills are challenging, everyday activities can be frustrating for the child.… Read More

Behavioural Therapy: Helping Children Manage Big Emotions

Children experience many emotions as they grow. Whether this is happiness, excitement, anger, sadness, all these emotions are normal. However, oftentimes, managing these emotions can be challenging. Although some kids learn to regulate naturally as they grow, there are also children who need additional help to get this done. With behavioural therapy, kids with frequent outbursts or are easily overwhelmed are assisted into processing their feelings. … Read More