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Sensory W.I.S.E. Solutions Podcast for ParentsAuthor: Laura Petix, The OT Butterfly
Formerly known as The Sensory W.I.S.E. Solutions Podcast now The Sensory Code Podcast. Every week, pediatric occupational therapist Laura Petix helps you view behavior through a nervous system lens. When parents, caregivers, educators, and therapists understand how sensory processing differences affect learning and behavior, it changes the game forever.Laura brings a unique POV to the table: her clinical experience as a pediatric OT, her lived experience as a neurodivergent, ADHD, sensory-sensitive person, and her firsthand knowledge of parenting a neurodivergent child. However you're showing up parent, provider, or both you're in the right place. Just pull up a chair, grab your fidget, and lock in. Language: en-us Genres: Kids & Family, Parenting, Science, Social Sciences Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Can OT help with impulse control for my 5 year old with ADHD?
Episode 140
Wednesday, 21 October, 2026
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note!SummaryIn this episode, I explore how occupational therapy can support children with ADHD, especially in managing impulse control. I share insights on how OTs assess and tailor interventions to help kids participate fully in their daily occupations and develop lifelong self-regulation skills. key topicsWhat occupational therapy is and isn'tHow OT helps with developmental milestonesOccupations and barriers for children with ADHDTop-down and bottom-up OT strategiesEnvironmental modifications and sensory needsBuilding impulse control through games and self-awareness takeawaysOT can help children participate in daily activities by reducing barriers.Occupational therapy focuses on the things that occupy a child's time, not just jobs.OT strategies include environmental modifications, sensory regulation, and self-awareness.Games like red light, green light, and freeze dance help develop impulse control.Understanding sensory triggers and interoception is key to self-regulation.~Formerly known as The Sensory W.I.S.E. Solutions Pocast~ The Sensory Code BookSensory Detectives Boot camp Waitlist The OT Butterfly InstagramWork with LauraThe Sensory Code NewsletterA Kids Book About Neurodiversity
