Bethlehem Pediatric Therapy Services: Give them a hand: Gesturing children perform well on cognitive tasks

Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Give them a hand: Gesturing children perform well on cognitive tasks

Check out this article regarding the relationship between gesturing and improved performance on cognitive tasks.

Give them a hand: Gesturing children perform well on cognitive tasks

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Upcoming Events

We will be offering continuing education for parents, professionals, and caregivers at our clinic the third Tuesday of every month beginning in September. Please give use a call or send us an email to sign up today. Space is limited and attendance is on a first come, first serve basis. The cost is $25 per participant. A discounted rate is available for groups. Please call the office at 610-625-4404 to inquire about the group rate. If there is a topic you would like to see presented please let us know.

Sensory Processing and the Classroom
Monday, October 7 6:00p-8:00p
- we will discuss the fundamentals of sensory processing, the impact of the modern classroom on sensory processing, and strategies to make all children successful in the academic setting
* there was such a great turn out for his course that we are offering it again in addition to our regular program scheduled for October

Child Development, Retained Primitive and Transitional Reflexes, and the Impact on Learning

Tuesday, October 15th 6:00p-8:00p

- we will discuss child development and the components of modern society that may contribute to reflex retention, the impact reflex retention can have on learning, as well as treatment strategies and activities that we use in our clinical practice.

An In-depth Discussion of Sensory Processing - Part 1

Tuesday, November 19th 6:00p-8:00p

- we will provide a basic overview of sensory processing as a whole, discuss each sensory system individually, and will discuss the the relationship of the system as a whole to provide efficient sensory processing and modulation within the context of the environment. We will also discuss individual sensory profiles and sensory differences that occur within a typical population.

An In-depth Discussion of Sensory Processing - Part 2

Tuesday, December 17th 6:00p-8:00p

- a continuation of part 1, this course will discuss sensory processing dysfunction including how motor development contributes to difficulties with sensory processing, signs and symptoms of sensory processing dysfunction, and treatment techniques and home programs.

BPTS will be participating in the following local events:
- VIA Relay Marathon
Sunday, September 8
Lehigh Valley Hospital (Cedar Crest)

- Miracle League Halloween Bash

Wednesday, October 16 at 6p

5858 Sell Road

Schnecksville, PA

Bethlehem Pediatric Therapy Services
3012 Emrick Blvd.Bethlehem, PA 18020

Phone: 610-625-4404
email: info@bethlehempediatric.com