Occupational Therapy for Fine Motor Skills: Enhancing Function and Independence
Joanne St. Laurent, OTR/L
February 3, 2026
Everyone uses fine motor skills and coordination to perform tasks every day, such as eating, dressing, writing, and other daily activities. These skills can become weakened or impaired, however, either by age, injury, or...
Children, Autism, and Change: Tips to Make Transition Easier
Gina M. Marini, MA, LICSW
January 16, 2024
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities face various challenges. One such challenge involves transition, which is the act of moving or changing from one activity, routine, or setting...
What Is Parkinson’s Disease? Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Movement Disorders Program
July 14, 2023
What is Parkinson’s disease? Parkinson’s disease is a neurological condition that progresses slowly and worsens with age. With 90,000 new diagnoses each year, Parkinson’s disease is a common movement disorder that currently...
Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability around the world. In the United States, someone has a stroke every 40 seconds, affecting people of all ages and races. Rhode Island reports more than 2,700 strokes annually—of...