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Study Shows Children’s Inactivity Remains an Issue in Wake of Pandemic

May 9, 2023

12 May 2023, News, Newsletter

[Source: Medical X-Press] New research has revealed children’s physical activity in the UK has largely returned to pre-pandemic levels—but children are still more sedentary during the week. The study, to be published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity…...

May 8, 2023

12 May 2023, News, Newsletter, School Psych

[Source: Medical X-Press] For adolescents who may get stuck in negative thought spirals, refocusing on mental imagery is a more effective distraction than verbal thoughts, a recent study from Oregon State University found. A short-term distraction can break up the thought spiral,…...

May 8, 2023

12 May 2023, Music Therapy, News, Newsletter

[Source: Medical X-Press] A new pilot study has highlighted the potential of a music therapy technique to help children with severe acquired brain injuries (ABI) meet their walking rehabilitation goals. The first of its kind research project suggests rhythmic auditory stimulation could…...

May 8, 2023

12 May 2023, Newsletter, OT, School Psych

[Source: Medical X-Press] It may be surprising to hear that toddlers and preschoolers are the most physically aggressive age demographic. Luckily, they lack coordination and strength, making their attacks less dangerous than those of adults. Overtly hostile behavior tends to diminish with…...

May 8, 2023

12 May 2023, Newsletter, School Psych

[Source: Science Daily] Problems with the brain’s ability to ‘prune’ itself of unnecessary connections may underlie a wide range of mental health disorders that begin during adolescence, according to research published today. The findings, from an international collaboration, led by researchers in…...

May 3, 2023

5 May 2023, News, Newsletter, SLP

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 or Apply HERE!! Are you a Speech-Language Pathologist looking for a great new pediatric opportunity in a home health setting? We have an URGENT need for a Speech-Language Pathologist for our growing pediatric business…...

May 3, 2023

5 May 2023, Job, Newsletter, OT

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 or Apply HERE!! Are you looking for an OT assignment in the Northwest Portland area? We are searching for an Occupational Therapist to work with a school district located about 20 minutes Northwest of…...

May 3, 2023

5 May 2023, Early Intervention, Job, Newsletter, SLP

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 or Apply HERE!! Are you seeking an extraordinary Speech-Language Pathologist to serve the early intervention population? This clinic has received funding to provide mental health services in addition to speech therapy. It’s an opportunity…...

May 2, 2023

"Tip or Resource", CCC, Newsletter

Please enjoy our newest issue of Teaching & Therapy Resources for the Classroom, Clinic and Carryover. (Have you missed any of our previous issues? Read them HERE) Please feel free to forward this weekly resource to the parents/guardians, other therapy clinicians…...

CDC Expands Autism Tracking

May 2, 2023

5 May 2023, News, Newsletter

[Source: Disability Scoop] With autism prevalence continuing to rise, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it will monitor the number of children with the developmental disability in more communities across the nation. The federal agency is adding five new sites…...