Activities of Daily Living
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Activities of daily refer to the skills a child needs to look after themselves independently. This can include dressing, grooming, tooth brushing, eating, toiletting and bathing. Often described as "self-help skills"; children are expected to learn these skills so that they are "independent" or can "help themselves" before they reach adult hood.
As a child grows into adulthood, self-help skills may also include making their own meals, accessing public transport, shopping and managing a budget. Occupational Therapists can help children to -
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