{"id":4808,"date":"2026-09-08T09:29:46","date_gmt":"2026-09-08T09:29:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aspirecenter.ae\/?p=4808"},"modified":"2026-09-08T09:40:22","modified_gmt":"2026-09-08T09:40:22","slug":"when-should-a-child-see-an-occupational-therapist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aspirecenter.ae\/index.php\/2026\/09\/08\/when-should-a-child-see-an-occupational-therapist\/","title":{"rendered":"When Should a Child See an Occupational Therapist?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"4808\" class=\"elementor elementor-4808\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-32c6cbc1 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"32c6cbc1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1c8c3566 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"1c8c3566\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">When Should a Child See an Occupational Therapist? Signs Parents Should Know<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7596466e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7596466e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Introduction<\/h2><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Parents often wonder whether their child&#8217;s difficulties are simply part of normal development or whether additional professional support may be helpful.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Children develop skills at different rates, and occasional difficulties do not necessarily mean that a child needs therapy. However, when challenges consistently interfere with everyday activities, learning, play, self-care, or participation, an <strong>Occupational Therapy assessment<\/strong> may be worth considering.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Occupational Therapy for children focuses on helping them develop the skills they need to participate more successfully in meaningful daily activities.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">At <a href=\"https:\/\/aspirecenter.ae\/\"><strong>Aspire Child Development &amp; Rehabilitation Center<\/strong>,<\/a> Occupational Therapists assess each child&#8217;s individual strengths, developmental needs, and functional challenges before recommending an appropriate intervention plan.<\/p><h2>What Does a Paediatric Occupational Therapist Do?<\/h2><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Paediatric Occupational Therapists help children develop skills needed for everyday activities.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Depending on the child&#8217;s needs, Occupational Therapy may support:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li>Fine motor skills<\/li><li>Gross motor skills<\/li><li>Sensory regulation<\/li><li>Self-care and daily living skills<\/li><li>Executive function skills<\/li><li>Play skills<\/li><li>School participation<\/li><li>Early literacy skills<\/li><li>Functional independence<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The focus is not simply on individual skills. The therapist considers how those skills affect the child&#8217;s ability to participate in real-life activities.<\/p><h2>Signs Your Child May Benefit From an OT Assessment<\/h2><h3>1. Difficulty With Fine Motor Activities<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Fine motor skills are important for activities requiring controlled hand and finger movements.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Parents may notice that their child has difficulty with:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li>Using crayons or pencils<\/li><li>Drawing or colouring<\/li><li>Cutting with scissors<\/li><li>Opening containers<\/li><li>Manipulating small objects<\/li><li>Using classroom tools<\/li><li>Managing buttons, zippers, or fasteners<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Persistent difficulties may affect school and self-care activities.<\/p><h3>2. Challenges With Gross Motor Skills<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Gross motor skills involve larger body movements and coordination.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">A child may experience difficulty with:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li>Balance<\/li><li>Running<\/li><li>Jumping<\/li><li>Climbing<\/li><li>Ball activities<\/li><li>Coordinating movements<\/li><li>Participating in physical play<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">An Occupational Therapist can assess how these challenges affect functional participation.<\/p><h3>3. Difficulty With Self-Care<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Children gradually develop independence in everyday routines.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Some children may need more support with:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li>Dressing<\/li><li>Feeding<\/li><li>Toileting<\/li><li>Brushing teeth<\/li><li>Washing<\/li><li>Grooming<\/li><li>Managing personal belongings<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">When a child remains significantly dependent on caregivers for age-appropriate daily activities, an assessment may help identify the skills that need support.<\/p><h3>4. Sensory-Related Challenges<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Some children may respond differently to sensory information.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Parents may notice:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li>Strong reactions to sounds<\/li><li>Avoidance of certain textures<\/li><li>Difficulty tolerating grooming<\/li><li>Sensitivity to clothing<\/li><li>Seeking frequent movement<\/li><li>Difficulty participating in busy environments<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">If sensory-related responses interfere with everyday routines, an Occupational Therapist can assess how they affect participation.<\/p><h3>5. Difficulty With Play Skills<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Play is an important part of childhood development.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">A child may need support if they consistently have difficulty with:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li>Using toys functionally<\/li><li>Developing age-appropriate play ideas<\/li><li>Participating in shared play<\/li><li>Taking turns<\/li><li>Exploring different activities<\/li><li>Moving from one activity to another<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Occupational Therapy can use play as a meaningful context for developing skills.<\/p><h3>6. Difficulty With Executive Function Skills<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Executive function skills help children manage tasks and everyday routines.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">These skills include:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li>Planning<\/li><li>Organizing<\/li><li>Starting tasks<\/li><li>Completing tasks<\/li><li>Flexible thinking<\/li><li>Problem-solving<\/li><li>Self-monitoring<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Children who consistently struggle to manage routines or complete age-appropriate tasks may benefit from an assessment.<\/p><h3>7. Difficulty Participating in School Activities<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">School requires children to use multiple skills at the same time.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">A child may experience challenges with:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li>Classroom routines<\/li><li>Fine motor activities<\/li><li>Pre-writing tasks<\/li><li>Early literacy activities<\/li><li>Managing materials<\/li><li>Participating in group activities<\/li><li>Completing classroom tasks<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Occupational Therapy can help identify functional barriers affecting school participation.<\/p><h2>Occupational Therapy and Developmental Conditions<\/h2><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Occupational Therapy may be part of a child&#8217;s support plan when developmental challenges occur alongside:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li>Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)<\/li><li>Developmental delays<\/li><li>ADHD<\/li><li>Neurodevelopmental disorders<\/li><li>Genetic disorders<\/li><li>Learning difficulties<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The need for Occupational Therapy should be determined based on the child&#8217;s individual functional needs rather than diagnosis alone.<\/p><h2>What Happens During an Occupational Therapy Assessment?<\/h2><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">An assessment is designed to understand the child as a whole.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The Occupational Therapist may gather information about:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li>Developmental history<\/li><li>Family concerns<\/li><li>Daily routines<\/li><li>Motor skills<\/li><li>Sensory responses<\/li><li>Self-care abilities<\/li><li>Play skills<\/li><li>School participation<\/li><li>Executive function skills<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The therapist may observe the child performing age-appropriate activities to understand how they approach tasks and where difficulties may occur.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">The assessment findings can then be used to develop individualized therapy goals.<\/p><h2>Does My Child Need Therapy or Just More Practice?<\/h2><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">This is a common question from parents.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Children naturally learn through practice, repetition, play, and everyday experiences.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">However, if a difficulty is persistent and significantly affects participation despite regular opportunities to practise, professional assessment can help determine whether additional support is appropriate.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">An assessment does not automatically mean that a child will require long-term therapy. It provides an opportunity to understand the child&#8217;s needs and discuss appropriate next steps.<\/p><h2>How Occupational Therapy Supports Children<\/h2><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Depending on the assessment findings, therapy may focus on:<\/p><h3>Motor Development<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Supporting fine and gross motor coordination needed for daily activities.<\/p><h3>Self-Care<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Helping children develop greater independence with dressing, feeding, grooming, toileting, and other routines.<\/p><h3>Sensory Regulation<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Supporting participation when sensory responses interfere with everyday activities.<\/p><h3>Executive Function<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Developing skills related to planning, organization, task completion, and flexible thinking.<\/p><h3>Play Skills<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Using meaningful play activities to support participation, exploration, and development.<\/p><h3>School Participation<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Supporting skills needed for classroom routines, early literacy, fine motor activities, and functional learning.<\/p><h2>How Parents Can Support Development at Home<\/h2><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Parents can encourage skill development through everyday activities.<\/p><h3>Encourage Independence<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Give your child opportunities to complete age-appropriate tasks rather than doing everything for them.<\/p><h3>Practise Through Daily Routines<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Dressing, eating, cleaning up, and organizing belongings can all become opportunities for learning.<\/p><h3>Encourage Active Play<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Outdoor movement, climbing, jumping, ball activities, and age-appropriate physical play can support gross motor development.<\/p><h3>Include Fine Motor Activities<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Drawing, puzzles, building blocks, play dough, and simple craft activities can encourage hand skills.<\/p><h3>Give Simple Choices<\/h3><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Allowing children to make appropriate choices can support independence and decision-making.<\/p><h2>When Should Parents Seek Professional Advice?<\/h2><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Consider discussing an Occupational Therapy assessment if your child&#8217;s difficulties are:<\/p><ul data-spread=\"false\"><li>Persistent<\/li><li>Affecting everyday routines<\/li><li>Limiting participation<\/li><li>Interfering with school activities<\/li><li>Affecting self-care<\/li><li>Creating significant frustration<\/li><li>Preventing the child from engaging in age-appropriate play<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Parents can seek professional advice even when they are unsure whether therapy is necessary.<\/p><h2>Conclusion<\/h2><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Occupational Therapy can support children who experience difficulties with motor skills, sensory processing, self-care, play, school participation, or everyday routines.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">Every child develops differently, and occasional challenges are a normal part of development. However, when difficulties persist or begin to interfere with a child&#8217;s ability to participate in daily activities, an Occupational Therapy assessment can help identify the child&#8217;s strengths, needs, and appropriate support.<\/p><p class=\"isSelectedEnd\">At <a href=\"https:\/\/aspirecenter.ae\/\"><strong>Aspire Child Development &amp; Rehabilitation Center<\/strong><\/a>, Occupational Therapists work with children and families to develop individualized goals that support meaningful participation and greater independence in everyday life.<\/p><p>If you have concerns about your child&#8217;s development or participation in daily activities, consider speaking with a qualified Occupational Therapist for professional guidance and assessment.<\/p><h5>Contact Aspire Child Development &amp; Rehabilitation<br \/>Center<\/h5><p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Villa 45, Al Rawda 3, Ajman, UAE<br \/><strong>Phone:<\/strong> +971 56 962 6159 | +971 6 523 8784<br \/><strong>Email:<\/strong> info@aspirecenter.ae<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-6b7abdfc elementor-section-content-top elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"6b7abdfc\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-background-overlay\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-73189295\" data-id=\"73189295\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-550be10c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"550be10c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5e72d5c8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-accordion\" data-id=\"5e72d5c8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1581\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1581\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zm144 276c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-92v92c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-56c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-92h-92c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h92v-92c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h56c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v92h92c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zM124 296c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h264c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12H124z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">What age can a child see an Occupational Therapist?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1581\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1581\"><p>Children can receive Occupational Therapy support when developmental or functional concerns are identified. The appropriate approach depends on the child&#8217;s age, abilities, and<br \/>individual needs.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1582\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1582\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zm144 276c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-92v92c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-56c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-92h-92c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h92v-92c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h56c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v92h92c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zM124 296c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h264c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12H124z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Does my child need a diagnosis before seeing an Occupational Therapist?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1582\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1582\"><p>Not necessarily. Parents can seek an assessment when they have concerns about their child&#8217;s development or everyday functioning. The therapist can then determine whether further support may be appropriate.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1583\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1583\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zm144 276c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-92v92c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-56c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-92h-92c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h92v-92c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h56c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v92h92c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zM124 296c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h264c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12H124z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">What does Occupational Therapy help with?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1583\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1583\"><p>Paediatric Occupational Therapy can support areas such as fine motor skills, gross motor<br \/>skills, sensory regulation, self-care, executive function skills, play skills, early literacy skills,<br \/>and school participation.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1584\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1584\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zm144 276c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-92v92c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-56c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-92h-92c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h92v-92c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h56c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v92h92c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zM124 296c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h264c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12H124z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">Is Occupational Therapy only for children with Autism?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1584\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1584\"><p>No. Occupational Therapy may benefit children with a range of developmental and functional<br \/>challenges, including developmental delays, ADHD, neurodevelopmental disorders, genetic disorders, and learning difficulties.<\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div 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