Whether we like it or not, household chores are a necessary part of everyday life — but they're also far more than just a way to keep the house running. For children, especially those with autism, developmental delays, or sensory processing differences, chores double as functional therapy: building fine and gross motor skills, routine, independence, and self-confidence, all through everyday tasks. Involving children in household chores gives them the opportunity to become act

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Sensory processing challenges are far more common in autism than many parents realize — and occupational therapy has a well-established role in addressing them. This case study walks through a real, data-backed example of how online occupational therapy was used to support a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and sensory processing disorder (SPD), including the assessment approach, intervention strategies, and what the year-over-year data showed. Understanding Autism a