Occupational Therapy In Schools

Occupational therapists and teachers both help people on a daily basis. Occupational therapy is closely linked to speech/ language therapy and are essential to excelling in school. Occupational therapy helps people develop life skills, builds fine motor skills, and gives the worker a flexible schedule. Occupational therapy helps kids develop life skills. Although people say school does too, OT’s help with different skills. Occupational therapists mainly help kids with disabilities. They help with skills such as how to brush your hair, tie your shoes, and brushing your teeth. In contrast, teachers teach you how to read, write, and properly use grammar. You can’t reach your full potential in school if you have a mental or physical set back.