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How do I know if my 6-15 year old child needs occupational therapy services?
Please print out this list and check off any of the areas that are applicable to your child. If you check 3 or more problems, occupational therapy services may be warranted. Please contact Springboard Therapy via email from this site and a therapist will get back to you within 1-2 business days.
Clumsy, falls frequently, seem to trip over their own feet
Breaks pencil tips frequently and/or writes with heavy pressure
Dislikes handwriting, fatigues quickly with written class work
Poor self-esteem and self-confidence
Avoids gym class and sports activities
Hard time paying attention and following directions
Overly active, unable to slow down
Frequent letter reversals such as b and d; poor letter/word spacing
Difficulty focusing attention, or over-focused and unable to shift attention to the next task
Dislikes swimming, bathing, haircuts, nail trimming, or hugs
Needs more practice than other children to learn new skills
Overreacts to touch, smell, taste and sounds
Unable to settle down, sleep difficulties
Finds it difficult to make friends with children of the same age, prefers to play with adults or younger children rather than peers
Does not enjoy jumping, swings or having feet off the ground
*Adapted from OTA Watertown with permission (2005)