therapy – Page 41 – Stepping Stones Center

September 28, 2026· Sensory Processing

New Printable Resource Launched to Help Individuals Build Personalized Coping Toolboxes for Anxiety Management

Mental health and occupational therapy advocates have introduced a structured, data-driven resource aimed at helping individuals navigate anxiety through intentional self-reflection and personalized coping strategies. Developed following the rollout of the "Daily Cup Reset Project"—a social media initiative focused on nervous system regulation—the new "Coping Skills for Anxiety Printable" offers a systematic way for adults,…

Standard

September 28, 2026· Behavioral Health

The Hidden Trap of External Validation: Why High Achievers Struggle to Feel Successful

From a very young age, human behavior is meticulously shaped by the environment, culture, and social structures that surround us. Society establishes a clear framework of expectations—such as graduating from academic institutions, securing prestigious employment, and hitting traditional milestones—which individuals quickly learn to perceive as markers of "good" behavior. Psychologists note that human beings are…

Standard

September 27, 2026· Applied Behavior Analysis

Injectable Biomaterial Offers New Hope for Brain Tissue Repair After Ischemic Stroke

Biomedical engineers at Duke University have achieved a significant breakthrough in regenerative medicine, developing an injectable biomaterial designed to facilitate brain recovery following an ischemic stroke. In a study published in the journal Cell Biomaterials, researchers demonstrated that this novel material can transform the destructive cavity left behind by lost brain tissue into a highly…

Standard

September 27, 2026· Speech and Language Therapy

New Comprehensive Functional Communication Curriculums Aim to Standardize Speech Therapy Outcomes

For many children struggling to express their basic wants and needs, the path to effective communication can often feel fragmented and overwhelming for both parents and therapists. A new suite of functional communication curriculums, developed by Speech and Language Kids, seeks to address this challenge by providing a systematic, evidence-based roadmap designed to help children…

Standard

September 27, 2026· Sensory Processing

New Visual Therapy Resource Introduces the Anger Thermometer to Support Emotional Regulation and Daily Function

Occupational therapy professionals, educators, and families seeking practical tools for emotional support have a new resource available with the introduction of a free printable anger thermometer. Developed to address the complex layers of behavioral health and daily functioning, the tool applies a familiar visual gradient to help individuals of all ages recognize, understand, and navigate…

Standard

September 27, 2026· Behavioral Health

Beyond Productivity: How Hesitant Thinkers Are Reclaiming Artificial Intelligence for Personal Growth

For many individuals navigating the modern professional landscape, the conversation surrounding artificial intelligence often feels dominated by a relentless push toward corporate efficiency and hustle culture. The prevailing narrative suggests that these advanced tools exist primarily to accelerate output, automate tedious labor, and squeeze every possible fraction of a percent out of human productivity. But…

Standard

September 27, 2026· Applied Behavior Analysis

Bridging the Gap: How Interprofessional Collaboration Elevates Occupational Therapy and Patient Outcomes

By Cheryl Hall June 23, 2026 For many professionals in the healthcare sector, the feeling of being overlooked by the broader clinical team is a recurring, if frustrating, experience. As an occupational therapist (OT), I have certainly felt this sentiment firsthand, finding myself navigating a landscape where the specific value of my discipline is sometimes…

Standard

September 27, 2026· Speech and Language Therapy

New Structured Curriculums Aim to Transform Social Communication Therapy for Children and Teens

In the rapidly evolving field of pediatric speech-language pathology, the challenge of fostering genuine social connection has long been a focal point for educators, therapists, and families alike. A new initiative from Speech and Language Kids (SLK) seeks to address this by introducing a series of comprehensive, evidence-based curriculums designed to provide a structured pathway…

Standard

September 27, 2026· Sensory Processing

Educators and Therapists Embrace ‘Size of the Problem’ Framework to Help Children Navigate Emotional Overwhelm

In classrooms, therapy clinics, and family living rooms, adults are increasingly turning to a social-emotional learning framework known as the "Size of the Problem" to help children make sense of everyday challenges. Developed as a practical tool for strengthening executive functioning and self-regulation, the approach teaches children how to categorize the scale of an obstacle…

You May Have Missed