Think a messy backpack or desk is just carelessness? We don’t think so. This episode cracks open the complex world of executive function in school, showing therapists how the Weekly Calendar Planning Activity assessment can unlock insights into how adolescents may be struggling to think, plan, organize, and navigate their world. Plus - Lacy and Michele answer a listener's question, exposing a sensory-based myth found on Instagram.We share our own thoughts in the Research Review and encourage you to read the article too.Tamm, L., Hamik, E. M., Zoromski, A. K., & Duncan, A. (2024). Use of the Weekly Calendar Planning Activity to assess executive function in adolescents with autism spectrum disorder. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 78, 7801205040. <a href='https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2024.050295'>https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2024.050295</a> Keywords: Occupational therapy; OT; evidence based practice; OT ideas; Peds OT; pediatric occupational therapy; executive function; assessment; autismStay informed, stay curious, and stay playful! ✏️ Sign up for our newsletter by <a href='https://forms.gle/Zu47siire24D1Dir8'>clicking here.</a> 📧 Email us a question or comment at <a href='mailto:IdeasAtPlayPodcast@gmail.com'>IdeasAtPlayPodcast@gmail.com</a> 👉 Find us on Instagram @ideas.at.play

Think a messy backpack or desk is just carelessness? We don’t think so. This episode cracks open the complex world of executive function in school, showing therapists how the Weekly Calendar Planning Activity assessment can unlock insights into how adolescents may be struggling to think, plan, organize, and navigate their world. Plus - Lacy and Michele answer a listener's question, exposing a sensory-based myth found on Instagram. We share our own thoughts in the Research Review and encourage you to read the article too. Tamm, L., Hamik, E. M., Zoromski, A. K., & Duncan, A. (2024). Use of the Weekly Calendar Planning Activity to assess executive function in adolescents with autism spectrum disorder. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 78, 7801205040. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2024.050295 Keywords: Occupational therapy; OT; evidence based practice; OT ideas; Peds OT; pediatric occupational therapy; executive function; assessment; autism Stay informed, stay curious, and stay playful! ✏️ Sign up for our newsletter by clicking here. 📧 Email us a question or comment at IdeasAtPlayPodcast@gmail.com 👉 Find us on Instagram @ideas.at.play

Think a messy backpack or desk is just carelessness? We don’t think so. This episode cracks open the complex world of executive function in school, showing therapists how the Weekly Calendar Planning Activity assessment can unlock insights into how adolescents may be struggling to think, plan, organize, and navigate their world. Plus - Lacy and Michele answer a listener's question, exposing a sensory-based myth found on Instagram.We share our own thoughts in the Research Review and encourage you to read the article too.Tamm, L., Hamik, E. M., Zoromski, A. K., &amp; Duncan, A. (2024). Use of the Weekly Calendar Planning Activity to assess executive function in adolescents with autism spectrum disorder. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 78, 7801205040. <a href="https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2024.050295" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2024.050295</a>&nbsp;Keywords: Occupational therapy; OT; evidence based practice; OT ideas; Peds OT; pediatric occupational therapy; executive function; assessment; autismStay informed, stay curious, and stay playful! ✏️ Sign up for our newsletter by <a href="https://forms.gle/Zu47siire24D1Dir8" rel="noopener noreferrer">clicking here.</a> 📧 Email us a question or comment at <a href="mailto:IdeasAtPlayPodcast@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">IdeasAtPlayPodcast@gmail.com</a> 👉 Find us on Instagram @ideas.at.play

Ep. 4 Beyond the Messy Desk: Assessing Executive Function in Adolescents

Welcome to Ideas at Play, the go-to podcast for busy pediatric occupational therapy professionals! Whether you're in school-based settings, early intervention, or outpatient practice, we bring you evidence-based strategies, practical tips, and engaging discussions to support your OT practice with children, teens, and young adults. Each episode features:<ul><li>A deep dive into recent pediatric OT research and how to apply it.</li><li>"Nailed It or Failed It," where we share what’s working—and what isn’t—in our pediatric OT practice.</li><li>Real-world examples and listener questions about all things pediatric occupational therapy.</li><li>Shout outs to People, Places, and Products that fill our occupational therapy hearts</li></ul> Join the hosts, Michele Alaniz, OTD, OTR/L, BCP and Lacy Wright, OTD, OTR/L, BCP, as we explore innovative OT ideas, share professional insights, and help you stay up-to-date with the latest trends in pediatric occupational therapy. Subscribe now and unlock actionable strategies to help the children you serve thrive! Stay informed, stay curious, and stay playful!✏️ Sign up for our newsletter&nbsp;<a href="https://forms.gle/Zu47siire24D1Dir8">https://forms.gle/2aceiDDHBq6LR5TV6.</a>📧 Email us a question or comment at <a href="mailto:IdeasAtPlayPodcast@gmail.com">IdeasAtPlayPodcast@gmail.com</a>👉 Find us on Instagram @ideas.at.play Keywords: occupational therapy, OT, pediatric occupational therapy, evidence based practice, peds OT

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Welcome to Ideas at Play, the go-to podcast for busy pediatric occupational therapy professionals! Whether you're in school-based settings, early intervention, or outpatient practice, we bring you evidence-based strategies, practical tips, and engaging discussions to support your OT practice with children, teens, and young adults. Each episode features:A deep dive into recent pediatric OT research and how to apply it."Nailed It or Failed It," where we share what’s working—and what isn’t—in our pediatric OT practice.Real-world examples and listener questions about all things pediatric occupational therapy.Shout outs to People, Places, and Products that fill our occupational therapy hearts Join the hosts, Michele Alaniz, OTD, OTR/L, BCP and Lacy Wright, OTD, OTR/L, BCP, as we explore innovative OT ideas, share professional insights, and help you stay up-to-date with the latest trends in pediatric occupational therapy. Subscribe now and unlock actionable strategies to help the children you serve thrive! Stay informed, stay curious, and stay playful! ✏️ Sign up for our newsletter https://forms.gle/2aceiDDHBq6LR5TV6. 📧 Email us a question or comment at IdeasAtPlayPodcast@gmail.com 👉 Find us on Instagram @ideas.at.play Keywords: occupational therapy, OT, pediatric occupational therapy, evidence based practice, peds OT

Welcome to Ideas at Play, the go-to podcast for busy pediatric occupational therapy professionals! Whether you're in school-based settings, early intervention, or outpatient practice, we bring you evidence-based strategies, practical tips, and engaging discussions to support your OT practice with children, teens, and young adults. Each episode features:<ul><li>A deep dive into recent pediatric OT research and how to apply it.</li><li>"Nailed It or Failed It," where we share what’s working—and what isn’t—in our pediatric OT practice.</li><li>Real-world examples and listener questions about all things pediatric occupational therapy.</li><li>Shout outs to People, Places, and Products that fill our occupational therapy hearts</li></ul> Join the hosts, Michele Alaniz, OTD, OTR/L, BCP and Lacy Wright, OTD, OTR/L, BCP, as we explore innovative OT ideas, share professional insights, and help you stay up-to-date with the latest trends in pediatric occupational therapy. Subscribe now and unlock actionable strategies to help the children you serve thrive! Stay informed, stay curious, and stay playful!✏️ Sign up for our newsletter&nbsp;<a href="https://forms.gle/Zu47siire24D1Dir8" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://forms.gle/2aceiDDHBq6LR5TV6.</a>📧 Email us a question or comment at <a href="mailto:IdeasAtPlayPodcast@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">IdeasAtPlayPodcast@gmail.com</a>👉 Find us on Instagram @ideas.at.play Keywords: occupational therapy, OT, pediatric occupational therapy, evidence based practice, peds OT

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