Many children with clinically significant developmental delays are not detected until the first few years of school. Consequently, critical early intervention opportunities for young children who are at-risk of developing problems may be delayed and/or lost. Every child grows and learns differently; however, children are expected to gain some specific developmental skill sets according to […] The post How to identify Developmental Delays? appeared first on Amee Cohen and Associates ..read more

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Learning disabilities are neurological disabilities that affect information processing. They may affect how a person learns, understands, communicates, and remembers information. Did you know that although learning disabilities are more commonly identified in children, they can be also acquired later in life? A person with a Learning Disability may experience problems with reading and/or writing, […] The post How can Therapy Sessions help children and adults with Learning Disabilities? appeared first on Amee Cohen and Associates ..read more

Walkers, canes, crutches, braces, wheelchairs, electric scooters… More than to avoid accidents from happening or further damage, Mobility Aids aim to guarantee people’s freedom and independence despite limitations caused by disabilities, injuries or aging. Although autonomy and safety are key motivators of mobility devices use, the will to avoid social stigma is what holds some […] The post Despite the benefits of using Mobility Aids many people who could benefit from these devices choose not to use them. One of the reasons? Social stigma! appeared first on Amee Cohen and Associates ..read more

Walkers, canes, crutches, braces, wheelchairs, electric scooters… More than to avoid accidents from happening or further damage, Mobility Aids aim to guarantee people’s freedom and independence despite limitations caused by disabilities, injuries or aging. Although autonomy and safety are key motivators of mobility devices use, the will to avoid social stigma is what holds some […] The post Despite the benefits of using Mobility Aids many people who could benefit from these devices choose not to use them. One of the reasons? Social stigma! appeared first on Amee Cohen and Associates ..read more

Learning disabilities are neurological disabilities that affect information processing. They may affect how a person learns, understands, communicates, and remembers information. Did you know that although learning disabilities are more commonly identified in children, they can be also acquired later in life? A person with a Learning Disability may experience problems with reading and/or writing, […] The post How can Therapy Sessions help children and adults with Learning Disabilities? appeared first on Amee Cohen and Associates ..read more

A sudden jump, eye-roll, cough, or even a swearing word… These are some of the involuntary tics that characterize and sometimes even stereotype symptoms of a neurodevelopmental disorder called Tourette’s Syndrome. Tourette’s is a chronic condition that usually starts during childhood. It causes a person to make involuntary sounds and movements called: TICS! Tics can […] The post TOURETTE’S SYNDROME beyond motor and vocal tics. appeared first on Amee Cohen and Associates ..read more

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Today we recognize and celebrate the lives of the more than 43 million people living with and beyond cancer in the world. According to the National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation, “a ‘cancer survivor’ is anyone living with a history of cancer – from the moment of diagnosis through the remainder of life.” Did you know […] The post June 6 is National Cancer Survivor Day! appeared first on Amee Cohen and Associates ..read more

95% of parents agree that speech, language, and hearing milestones are some of the most important developmental milestones. However, MORE THAN A QUARTER of concerned parents did not seek help for their child who showed signs of communication disorder, most commonly because they did not know where to go for help. According to the American […] The post My child is showing possible signs of Communication Disorders. Where can I find help? – Speech Language Therapy! appeared first on Amee Cohen and Associates ..read more