Q&A: Preschooler Eating His Feces?
Question: This is a first for me! I an occupational therapist working with a preschooler who is eating his feces. I have had students in the past who would smear or play in feces ...
Read more→Gwen Wild, MOT, OTR/L, is a seasoned occupational therapist specializing in the treatment of children with sensory processing disorders. Check out her Q&As for responses to real-life situations submitted by therapists and parents. Some of the topics include:
Gwen is happy to provide input on therapy-related or client-specific questions. Please email your questions to celeste@sensationalbrain.com and allow 2–3 weeks for a response.
Gwen’s Fundamental articles cover basic topics addressed in Gwen’s Q&As, Sensational Brain webinars, and Gwen’s BrainWorks Creator Tool. Scroll to the bottom of the BrainWorks page for an introductory video.
Question: This is a first for me! I an occupational therapist working with a preschooler who is eating his feces. I have had students in the past who would smear or play in feces ...
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