A stressed society: What is plaguing our kids?

PORTLAND, Ore. — We’re a stressed society, and it’s impacting adults all the way down to kids.

“What we’re seeing is more people under more stress and, therefore, children struggling more with typical developmental challenges that they have to face,” said Dr. Ajit Jetmalani, director of child and adolescent psychiatry at OHSU.

ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactive disorder, anxiety and depression are the most common psychiatric or mental health diagnoses for children.

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https://katu.com/features/kind-is-better/a-stressed-society-what-is-plaguing-our-kids

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LEGO for Occupational Therapists: Tips for Incorporating LEGO Into Your Occupational Therapy Program

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author: Meaghan Nanson

Occupational therapists have a fun, difficult, and rewarding job. Their goal is to help people with specific physical, emotional, social or developmental needs participate in a full range of activities regardless of disability or other perceived barriers. In short, they provide specialized assistance to people of all ages who want to lead independent and fulfilling lives. Using elements of physical therapy, speech-language therapy, art therapy and more, occupational therapists create an environment that mimics the activities required in daily life – albeit sometimes in fun, creative ways. 

 This is where LEGO toys come in..... (See full article here)