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Occupational Therapy

Sep 06 2018

Absent Minded Children- The Problem

absent minded child

Children of all ages can be absent minded and it affects them in different ways, depending on their age and stage. This first vlog highlights the challenging circumstance of a healthy 4 year old, … [Read more...] about Absent Minded Children- The Problem

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Occupational Therapy, School, Video · Tagged: back to school

Jan 04 2017

Silliness, Craving Sweets, and Aggression

Silliness, craving sweets, and aggression. Who doesn’t know a child or an adult with one of these symptoms? Often times you wonder if this is just a phase, and you think about what might be causing … [Read more...] about Silliness, Craving Sweets, and Aggression

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Advice, Anxiety, Behavioral Challenges, Crying, education, Fighting, Interesting, Learn, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Integration · Tagged: exercises, moro reflex, primitive reflexes, reflex integration, unintegrated

Mar 25 2015

The Heart Of Parenting

It’s true! We don’t really pay as much attention to as we might: Effective therapy is not only about children and their relationship with themselves, but is also about their relationship with their … [Read more...] about The Heart Of Parenting

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Behavioral Challenges, Moms, Occupational Therapy, Parenting, The Parent-Child Dance · Tagged: parent-child relationship, parenting techniques

Dec 29 2014

Parenting Workshop For Moms (Video)

If you haven't yet been able to attend Miriam's workshops*, here's an excerpt from a recent parenting talk for Headstart. Miriam gives a variety of helpful strategies to deal effectively with … [Read more...] about Parenting Workshop For Moms (Video)

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Advice, Behavioral Challenges, Moms, Occupational Therapy, Uncategorized, Video, Women · Tagged: Head Start, parenting, Workshops

Dec 22 2014

5 Gifts For Kids That Are Fun, Therapeutic, & Will Be Used Often

Parents want to buy holiday presents for their children that are fun yet hopefully somewhat educational, and can keep them happily busy during snow days. Coming up with ideas for gifts isn’t too hard … [Read more...] about 5 Gifts For Kids That Are Fun, Therapeutic, & Will Be Used Often

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Advice, Moms, Occupational Therapy, Play, School · Tagged: children's products, fun, gifts, holidays

Dec 08 2014

Andy Just Couldn’t Sit Still…Even In The Classroom

In this video, Miriam Manela talks about Andy, a client who couldn't sit still and also had problems expressing himself, especially when he was feeling strong emotions.  Miriam discusses the … [Read more...] about Andy Just Couldn’t Sit Still…Even In The Classroom

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Behavioral Challenges, Moms, Occupational Therapy, School, The Parent-Child Dance, Thrive Occupational Therapy, Video · Tagged: advice, behavioral challenges, hyper, Miriam Manela, parenting, problems in school, Sensory Integration Disorder

Dec 01 2014

Interview & My Integrative Approach To Behavioral Challenges

At 7:40 this morning (EST) on JM in the AM, Radio 91.1 FM (NY/NJ), 90.1 (Catskills), 91.9 (Rockland County), Miriam Manela will be interviewed by Nachum Segal. She'll speak about Behavioral … [Read more...] about Interview & My Integrative Approach To Behavioral Challenges

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Advice, Behavioral Challenges, Moms, Occupational Therapy, Parenting, Recommended Reading, Sensory Integration, The Parent-Child Dance, Thrive Occupational Therapy, Video · Tagged: behavioral challenges, Miriam Manela

Oct 27 2014

Finding Your Happy Medium: Learn About Regulation & Co-regulation

In this short video, occupational therapist Miriam Manela explains regulation and co-regulation, two terms OTs use to describe two processes that are relevant to your, and your child's, everyday … [Read more...] about Finding Your Happy Medium: Learn About Regulation & Co-regulation

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Advice, Crying, Moms, Occupational Therapy, Parenting, Stress, Video · Tagged: calming down, co-regulation, finding your center, regulation, waking up

Jul 09 2014

Top Three OT Exercises To Stimulate Your Child’s Brain

Though classroom and homework seem worlds away, your child’s brain still needs stimulation during the summer months. I recommend three easy and effective BrainGym exercises that not only stimulate … [Read more...] about Top Three OT Exercises To Stimulate Your Child’s Brain

Written by Miriam Manela · Categorized: Occupational Therapy, Parenting, Sensory Gym, Sensory Integration, Uncategorized · Tagged: behavioral challenges, BrainGym, calming down, games, interventions, Miriam Manela, parenting, playing, relaxing, Sensory Integration Disorder

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