October is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) awareness month so this month we will be sharing information about ADHD and strategies to help manage some of the difficulties associated with ADHD.
Read to find out more about the symptoms and diagnostic criteria.
We're proud to support #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek! 🌟
OTs play a vital role in breaking barriers and empowering neurodivergent people. OTs who are neurodivergent bring their lived experience & fresh perspectives to their role.
Let’s champion neurodiversity together! 💙
Aberlour (Scotland's Children's Charity) have launched their Neuro Connections Peer Support Groups in South Ayrshire for families of Neurodiverse children and young people. Find a group near you this February.
Book your place here: https://t.co/YMYIRNcjws
Grounding with our 5 senses is a tool that can be used anywhere, at any time. It can help us feel more calm and refocus our attention back to the present moment when we feel anxious or overwhelmed.
Members, the enhanced practice apprenticeship is being developed for speech and language therapy! We want as many of you as possible to have your say, so for more information on the project and to sign up for a kick-off webinar, check out https://t.co/iarXApHfig
Getting a good night’s sleep is important for our health & mental wellbeing. Here are Sleep Action’s top tips to support children & young people with sleep:
https://t.co/BpH3XtCPZm
Pantomime came to RAH, Levendale & Dykebar Hospital. All enjoyed the performance from #GeezaBreakProductions mobile panto show "Goldilocks" supported by OT staff. The panto performance got patients and relatives into the Christmas spirit.
#Occupationaltherapy
Forensic medium secure OT Team have created a circuit’s class and implemented across all wards. These sessions focus on increasing patient’s engagement in physical activity in a supportive and informal environment and have had great uptake so far #OTWeek2024
Helpful information for practitioners who can signpost autistic adults in Scotland to this government funded resource which can be accessed before, during or after diagnosis
If you’re battling with your mental health and feel you can’t talk about it with someone you know, there are organisations who can provide a listening ear without judgement.
You are not alone! #TimeToTalk
Another exciting job opportunity for a band 6 occupational therapist. Come join a dynamic and enthusiastic team 👌@FN_SoFMH @NHSaaa https://t.co/FzFdaf3RII