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Living With Chronic Pain? How Occupational Therapy Can Help

Chronic pain is pain that persists beyond the expected healing time of an injury or illness, generally for more than 3 months. Chronic pain is a...

ADHD vs Autism: Recognising the Similarities and Differences

ADHD and autism have many overlapping traits, around executive functioning, social challenges and sensory processing. ADHD and autism face shared...

Stuttering in Children

Stuttering is a speech disorder that affects the normal flow of speech. This condition presents as repetitions, prolongations in sounds, syllables, or...

Time’s Up! How Alarm Clocks Can Help with Time Management for Children with ADHD

Time management can be particularly challenging for children with ADHD, as they often struggle with staying focused, managing their attention, and...

The Power of Early Assessments for Children: Setting the Stage for Success

As the school year draws nearer, many parents find themselves asking: Is my child ready? Are they receiving the support they need to thrive? These are...

How to Recognise Signs of Giftedness in Children

What is Giftedness? Giftedness in children is often misunderstood as simply being exceptionally intelligent, but it goes far beyond academic ability...

Nurturing the Mind: The Role of Exercise in Mental Wellness

“Nurturing the Mind through Exercise: The Role of Exercise in Mental Wellness”, our latest webinar delved into the significant impact of exercise and...

Embracing the Crunch: How Crunchy Lunchbox Snacks Can Benefit Your Child

As the school year kicks into gear, parents everywhere are dusting off their lunch-packing skills, gearing up for the daily ritual of filling lunch...

The Benefits of Movement for ADHD

When it comes to ADHD, movement is the key Occupational Therapists often compare the body’s levels of alertness to car engines. Sometimes our internal...

Harnessing the Power of Exercise Physiology for ADHD and Autism

Living with neurodevelopmental disorders such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can present unique...

Latest Published Study Explores FASD within the Youth Justice Setting

Patches Australia and The University of Western Australia continue to lead integral research into the impacts of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. A...