Imagine an environment where everything is always changing, the educators are different, and the transitions are tricky.

This week, Eleanor & Michael unpack how we can support a young person to navigate out-of-school hours care (OSH), plus we discuss some audience feedback on the limitations of "Just Right" language.

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We're not removalists, we're OT's!

And that means we're going to teach you how to find the fun in moving house and how you can best support your young person in doing so.

Michael and Eleanor cover the importance of maintaining routines amidst the chaos, how to emotionally support your young person, and how to give them control by getting them involved in the process!

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Today is R U OK Day.

Michael and Eleanor walk you through how to ask R U OK with the people who are closest to you, the power of pausing while holding space, and how sharing a hug can help make someone's day infinitely better.

If this episode brings anything up for you or if you need crisis support, here is a list of resources/services that can help:

Lifeline 13 14 13
Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636
Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800
R U OK - https://www.ruok.org.au/

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Eleanor and Micheal unpack Engine Charts vs Zones of Regulation, what they are, and how you can use them therapeutically in the clinic.

Eleanor brought her engine chart to show you how she models hers with her clients, and tell you how to help start these conversations with the young people you're working with.

Plus, we provide a few alternatives to chew toys for someone who might seek oral input to regulate.

References:
Zones of Regulation https://zonesofregulation.com/
The Alert Program° https://alertprogram.com/

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This week Michael and Eleanor unpack a question about managing tricky moments during transition time and what that looks like for a young person, adn they unpack what it's like to be on the receiving end of someone saying, "your job must be so rewarding."

Plus, all the regular segments to help you find the fun in learning how to support the young people in your life.

If you liked something we talked about, or you learned something from listening to us, share it with your friends, family, uni classmates or colleagues. The more people that know about occupational therapy, the better!

If you have any questions you'd like answered, please send a question to the integration station via Instagram or our email podcast@otfcgroup.au

This week, we're unpacking the Thriving Kids Program announcement, workshopping how you can manage difficult conversations when someone separates the person from the diagnosis, and managing clients with low muscle tone.

If you liked something we talked about, or you learned something from listening to us, share it with your friends, family, uni classmates or colleagues. The more people that know about occupational therapy, the better!

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Michael and Eleanor unpack Pathological Demand Avoidance and Oppositional Defiance Disorder and, walk you through the differences, how to manage the challenges, and useful resources to help build your toolkit.

Resources:
Helping Autistic Teens to Manage Their Anxiety - Dr. Theresa Kidd - https://www.kiddclinic.com.au/dr-theresa-kidds-book
Yellow Lady Bugs -https://www.yellowladybugs.com.au/
Reframing Autism - https://reframingautism.org.au/
PDA Society - https://www.pdasociety.org.uk/
ABOUT AUTISM AND PATHOLOGICAL DEMAND AVOIDANCE (PDA) PROFILE (SA Gov) - https://www.education.sa.gov.au/docs/support-and-inclusion/practice-guidance/About-autism-and-pathological-demand-avoidance-PDA-profile.pdf
The Declarative Language Handbook - Linda K Murphy - https://www.declarativelanguage.com/about-declarative-language-handbook

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Michael shares his top strategies for communicating with neurodivergent young people - insights that go beyond the therapy room.

Whether you're a health professional, educator, student, AHA or just want to foster more inclusive conversations in everyday life, this podcast is for you.

If you liked something we talked about, or you learned something from listening to us, share it with your friends, family, uni classmates or colleagues. The more people that know about occupational therapy, the better!

If you have any questions you'd like answered, please send a question to the integration station via Instagram or our email podcast@otfcgroup.au