Taking Flight by Fighting Your “Fight or Flight” Instinct
By Lindsey Murphy, OTR/L As the world is constantly evolving and changing during this turbulent time due to COVID-19, many of us are trying to rapidly…
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Taking Flight by Fighting Your “Fight or Flight” Instinct
By Lindsey Murphy, OTR/L Have you ever become so afraid of an unexpected sound that it causes your muscles to tighten and your heart rate to…
Primitive Reflexes and Daily Activities
By Lindsey Murphy, OTR/L We all know someone that may startle any time that a balloon pops or a loud firework explodes. We’ve also been riding…
Adaptation, is an Adjustment or Change to Something
By: Peggy Keller, OTR/L The word adaptation has been a part of my life since becoming an OT over 30 years ago. However, it has been…
Fourth of July Sensory Tips
By: Lindsey Murphy, OTR/L The Fourth of July is a wonderful holiday full of food, fireworks, and fun. However, sometimes the celebrations can become a…
Hydration and The Body: Why Water Works
By: Lindsey Murphy, OTR/L Water is an essential part of our daily lives. We use water on a regular basis to brush our teeth, wash…
Occupational Therapy and its Role in Treating Autism Spectrum Disorder
By: Lindsey Murphy, OTR/L It cannot be a coincidence that April is both occupational therapy and Autism awareness month! Occupational therapists play a vital role…
Battling the Bedtime Blues: How to Make Each Night a “Good” Night
By: Lindsey Murphy, OTR/L With Daylight Savings Time quickly approaching, many of us are celebrating the extra hours of evening daylight while lamenting our loss…
We Got the Beat! Interactive Metronome and Why Timing is Everything
By: Lindsey Murphy, OTR/L We’ve all had those mornings when our timing is less than ideal. We might oversleep, move too slowly while getting ready,…
School Sensory Challenges
By: Lindsey Murphy, OTR/L As we remember from our own childhoods, a typical school day contains many familiar sights, scents, people, sounds, and textures. Pencil…
The Great Indoors: Sensory Activity Ideas for Chilly Weather
By: Lindsey Murphy, OTR/L When the weather outside is frightful, indoor sensory activities can be very delightful. By finding the ideal sensory activities for each…
Making a List and Checking It Twice
By: Lindsey Murphy, OTR/L As the holiday season rapidly approaches, advertisements for the newest gadgets and most coveted toys are abundant. Commercials describe the latest…
Tips for Halloween Fun
By: Lindsey Murphy, OTR/L While Halloween can be a very exciting and enjoyable holiday, it may also present a few sensory challenges. Here are some…
The Trickiness of Pickiness: When Food Becomes Problematic
By: Lindsey Murphy, OTR/L Food is an important part of our daily routines, social gatherings, holidays, and events. While food is essential for survival, it…