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Building Social Skills Through Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy can help children develop the social skills they need to build friendships and thrive. Learn how OT approaches social skill development in children.

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Parent Resources Sensory Integration Social & Emotional

Calming Strategies for Children: An OT Sensory Toolkit

When children struggle to self-regulate, the right sensory toolkit makes all the difference. Malta OT Ema Bartolo shares practical calming strategies parents can start using today.

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Child Development Sensory Integration Social & Emotional

Interoception: Teaching Children to Understand Their Bodies

Learn what interoception is, why it matters for emotional regulation and wellbeing, and how OT helps children tune into their internal body signals.

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Conditions Occupational Therapy Social & Emotional

Anxiety in Children: How Occupational Therapy Can Help

Childhood anxiety is more common than many parents realise. Malta OT Ema Bartolo explains the signs, the sensory connection, and how OT provides practical calming strategies.

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Occupational Therapy Parent Resources Social & Emotional

Emotional Regulation in Children: OT Strategies That Actually Work

Discover how occupational therapy supports emotional regulation in children using sensory strategies, the Zones of Regulation, and practical home activities.

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Parent Resources Sensory Integration Social & Emotional

Sensory Overload in Children: Understanding and Managing Meltdowns

Understand what triggers sensory overload in children and learn calming strategies to prevent meltdowns. Expert guidance from a sensory integration OT in Malta.