Why does a child with autism need occupational therapy

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An OT helps your child with: – Sensory processing (light, sound, touch, movement) – Dressing, eating, and self-care – Focus and emotional regulation – Play and social participation

OT goes way beyond fine motor skills.

Occupational therapists use Sensory Integration Therapy to help the brain process input more comfortably. The result? Fewer meltdowns. Better focus. Calmer days.

Many autistic children are either over- or under-sensitive to the world around them.

Between ages 2 and 6, the brain is at its most adaptable. Early OT builds a stronger foundation for learning, independence, and connection, before challenges become harder to address.

The earlier OT starts,  the bigger the difference

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