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By Elaine Wilson

This hugely functional guide, written by means of therapists with large event within the box, presents a ordinary reference device for occupational therapists and others operating with youngsters who've issues of studying, co-ordination, speech and language and behavior. The publication provides a version of a known technique from which therapists and others can strengthen particular concepts inside of a scientific environment, enhancing the programme to satisfy the wishes of the person baby. The remedy defined has been used effectively by way of academics and oldsters in addition to through occupational therapists and OT scholars.

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The environment you create around the assessment should be ‘fun’. However, you also need to be in a position to control the setting. This can be particularly challenging for a child with poor concentration. A small mat (approximately 610 mm × 460 mm) can be valuable to ‘draw’ the attention of a distractible child. Direct the child to stand on the mat while you give the test instructions. (Remem­ ber to direct rather than ask. ) Directing the child does not give the child a choice, and he is more likely to respond as required.

S (1996) study has suggested. Much of the criticism of sensory integrative treatment procedures stems from our failure to have documented change that can be directly attributed to treatment. A report by Howard (1997) has alerted us to the fact the child is still developing. Therapists must therefore take into account the natural progress the child may have made irrespective of treatment. Currently the theories of occupational science are emerging and influencing the way many therapists work. In relation to children, studies have provided infor­ mation on the what, how and why of play and its effects on individuals (Parham, 1996).

Assessment Procedures 27 References and recommended reading Alston J, Taylor J (1981) Handwriting Checklist. Wisbech: LDA. Alston J, Taylor J (1984) Handwriting File: Diagnosis and Remediation of Handwriting Difficulties. Wisbech: LDA. Alston J, Taylor J (1987) Handwriting: Theory, Research and Practice. London: Croom Helm. American Occupational Therapy Association (1991) Statement: Occupational Therapy provision for children with learning disabilities and/or mild to moderate perceptual and motor deficits.

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