Therapeutic Resources Blog
Ten years of occupational therapy in Africa
April 27, 2015
More than 200 USC students have taken advantage of an ‘amazing journey’ that led to Ghana Read More »
Will Your Child Become Nearsighted? One Simple Way To Find Out
April 24, 2015
This is for everyone whose parents said, "Sitting too close to the TV is going to ruin your eyes." In other words, pretty much all of us. Sitting too close to the TV doesn't predict nearsightedness, according to a study that tracked the vision of thousands of children over 20 years. Nor does doing a lot of close work. Read More »
Some Doctors Still Dismiss Parents’ Concerns About Autism
April 23, 2015
If a parent notices problems making eye contact or other early signs of autism, some doctors still dismiss those concerns, a study finds, saying the child will "grow out of it." That can delay diagnosis and a child's access to therapy. Read More »
How technology is changing speech and language therapy
April 22, 2015
Speech and communication skills are at the heart of human relationships – without them we couldn’t share ideas and emotions. But technology is carving out a special role in boosting those skills. Pioneering research shows just how machines are helping people to make themselves understood. Read More »