Take the assessment below to help determine if your child needs Occupational Therapy.
1. Does your child have difficulty with any of the following self-care tasks?
* Dressing/undressing
* Bathing/showering
* Toileting
* Brushing teeth/combing hair
* Eating independently
2. Does your child have difficulty with any of the following fine motor skills?
* Holding a crayon/pencil
* Using scissors
* Buttoning/zipping
* Writing legibly
* Playing with small toys
3. Does your child have difficulty with any of the following gross motor skills?
* Running/jumping
* Climbing stairs
* Throwing/catching a ball
* Balancing
* Riding a bike/scooter
4. Does your child avoid sensory activities or have strong reactions to certain textures, sounds, or smells?
* Oversensitivity to touch, loud noises, bright lights, etc.
* Under-sensitivity to pain, temperature, or movement
5. Does your child have difficulty following instructions or completing multi-step tasks?
* Easily distracted
* Difficulty focusing
* Difficulty remembering instructions
* Difficulty organizing thoughts and materials
6. Does your child have difficulty interacting with other children or participating in group activities?
* Difficulty sharing toys
* Difficulty taking turns
* Difficulty understanding social cues
* Prefers to play alone
7. Does your child have difficulty expressing themselves verbally or non-verbally?
* Limited vocabulary
* Difficulty forming sentences
* Difficulty understanding language
* Difficulty making eye contact
8. Does your child experience frequent meltdowns or tantrums?
* Difficulty regulating emotions
* Difficulty coping with frustration
* Difficulty transitioning between activities
9. Has your child been diagnosed with any developmental delays or disabilities?
* Autism spectrum disorder
* ADHD
* Cerebral palsy
* Down syndrome
* Other
10. Are you concerned about your child’s development or ability to participate in daily activities?
Scoring:
If you answered “yes” to 3 or more questions, it is recommended that you contact us for further assessment.
Even if you answered “yes” to only a few questions, you may still benefit from talking to an occupational therapist for advice and support.
Disclaimer: This assessment is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult with your child’s pediatrician or a qualified healthcare provider for a diagnosis and treatment plan.
Next Steps:
Contact us to schedule a free consultation with a pediatric occupational therapist.
This assessment is designed to be brief and easy to complete for parents, while still providing valuable information about a child’s potential need for occupational therapy services. You may want to adjust the questions and scoring to fit the specific needs of your target audience.