FROM THE ARCHIVES PLAY! Free play. Pretend play. Guided play. Structured play. The concept of play is often debated. Play is the way children learn. It is their “occupation”. Learning through play and playful learning. There is value in all types of play. Repetitive. Solitary. Collaborative. Parallel. During OT, we often use play. Sometimes we facilitate one of the types of play mentioned above. Depending on the child and the goals of therapy, we will guide play. We (as a profession) are moving

🧠 PLAY THERAPY: A little play can help your brain through trauma. Play releases endorphins and BDNF that help build new neural pathways around painful experiences. The neuroscience: 🎭 Trauma keeps amygdala hyperactivated & prefrontal cortex offline 🎭 Play activates parasympathetic nervous system for healing 🎭 Support with omega-3s and curcumin This is not to be taken as medical advice. Consult your personal doctor for your specific situation #neuroscience #playwithlife #bdnf #brainhack #resi

29K views · 19 reactions | Dramatic play helps to develop a child’s social, language and communication skills. In this video, Mane and Gladys will share how you can encourage role-playing by setting up a suitable environment and employing fun tools. | Public Libraries Singapore | Facebook