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‘Love Hormone’ Not Responsible For Autism, Study Finds

August 13, 2014

15 August 2014, Autism, News of the Week, Newsletter

[Source: Disability Scoop] While some children with autism may benefit from taking oxytocin, low levels of the so-called “love hormone” do not appear responsible for causing the developmental disorder, researchers say. In the largest study yet to look at oxytocin levels in…...

August 13, 2014

15 August 2014, News of the Week, Newsletter, TBI, TBI, TBI

[Source: Medical News Today] As we head into the start of the new school year, many young people will begin signing up for the football team. Though team sports are a great way for kids to boost their self-esteem and increase physical…...

August 12, 2014

by Erik Raj By any chance, do you play a musical instrument? And don’t worry, I’m not asking you if you’re a pro at your particular instrument. All I’m wondering is if you play a little bit. If you do, that’s VERY…...

School Psychologist Inspiration

August 12, 2014

15 August 2014, Newsletter, School Psych

Thank you to Toby Mac for this beautiful sentiment and graphic that is sadly too appropriate today. Attention School Psychologists: This is fantastic photo/message for a coffee mug or to frame on your desk at school. Here is a link to…...

August 11, 2014

15 August 2014, Book, Newsletter, SLP

[Source: Twin Sisters Speech and Language Therapy] The author of the book that we are reviewing today is, Mirla G. Raz. She is a certified and licensed Speech-Language Pathologist who has been working as a clinician for over 40 years. She has said, “I…...

August 11, 2014

15 August 2014, Newsletter, SLP, Tip or Resource

Here is a great collection of photographs (actually contest entries) that demonstrate popular “literalisms. I am a loss to remember who recommended this site. If you put it on social media on one of the speechie forums, please stand up…...

August 11, 2014

15 August 2014, Career, Job, Newsletter, Placement

Congratulations to Tracy C., Licensed Physical Therapist on her contract renewal with one of PediaStaff’s school-based clients in the Greater Portland, Oregon area. It’s always great when they ask you to come back!...

August 11, 2014

15 August 2014, Newsletter, OT, Physical Education, PT

Editor’s Note: Pretty much a “No Duh” study for therapists and other pediatric clinicians, but yet more evidence for the rest of the world on the importance of school and community based physical education for young people. [Source: Medical News Today] Physically…...

August 7, 2014

8 August 2014, Inclusion, News of the Week, Newsletter, OT, PT

[Source: Physical and Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics via Your Therapy Source] Physical and Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics published research on including children with physical disabilities during play. A comprehensive review of the research was completed to determine what factors help children with physical…...

August 7, 2014

8 August 2014, Autism, News of the Week, Newsletter

Editor’s Note: Great research result! Vanderbilt researchers this week reported updated findings regarding the benefits of behavior-focused therapies for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).The review, conducted by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)-funded Vanderbilt Evidence-based Practice Center (EPC), updates…...