Referencias/References

World Federation of Occupational Therapists. (2012). Occupational science [Position statement]. Retrieved from https://www.wfot.org/resources/occupational-science

Juego/Play

Lynch, H., & Moore, A. (2016). Play as an occupation in occupational therapy. British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 79(9), 519-520.

The importance of play for children. (2025). National Institute for Play. https://nifplay.org/play-note/child-play/#:~:text=Cognitive%20Benefits%E2%80%93%20Play%20enhances%20cognitive,1990;%20Russ%2C%201988).

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2026). CDC’s Developmental Milestones. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/act-early/milestones/index.html

Hitos del desarrollo/Developmental Milestones

Autismo/Autism

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Autism Speaks. (2023). https://www.autismspeaks.org/what-autism

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2026). Signs and symptoms of autism spectrum disorder. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/autism/signs-symptoms/index.html#:~:text=Avoids%20or%20does%20not%20keep,months%20(5%20years)%20of%20age

Cinco de Mayo

EHP

Reflejos/Reflexes

Heidenreich, S. (2021). Understanding primitive reflexes: How they impact child development and intervention strategies for integration -article 5409. OccupationalTherapy.com. https://www.occupationaltherapy.com/articles/understanding-primitive-reflexes-they-impact-5409-5409

Fuerza de tronco/ Trunk Strength

The benefits of occupational therapy for strengthening core muscles | advanced therapy clinic. Advanced Therapy Clinic. (2025). https://www.advancedtherapyclinic.com/blog/the-benefits-of-occupational-therapy-for-strengthening-core-muscles

Understanding the importance of core strength in children. Occupational Therapy Helping Children. (2026). https://occupationaltherapy.com.au/importance-core-strength-children/

American Physical Therapy Association. (2024). What is pediatric physical therapy?. Choose PT. https://www.choosept.com/why-physical-therapy/specialty-areas-physical-therapy/pediatric-physical-therapy#:~:text=Pediatric%20physical%20therapists%20(PTs)%20treat%20children%20of,idiopathic%20arthritis%20*%20Burns%20or%20other%20injuries

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. (2026). Speech-language pathologists - job description and career information. American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. https://www.asha.org/students/speech-language-pathologists/?srsltid=AfmBOooox-q1n3o0GcbnWsLkuisZ52o-l3x-QD-z2L46_jpUTIimyE6i

Cleveland Clinic. (2026). Pediatric occupational therapy: What is it?. Cleveland Clinic. https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/25094-pediatric-occupational-therapy

OT vs SLP vs PT

Amrhein, S. (2016). Fine Motor Milestones & Facilitation. Childs Play Therapy Center. https://childsplaytherapycenter.com/fine-motor-milestones-facilitation/

Agarre/Grasp (parte/part 2)

Beck, C. (2026). Pencil grasp development. The OT Toolbox. https://www.theottoolbox.com/pencil-grasp-development/

PASSE

CES waiver. Arkansas Department of Human Services. (2026a). https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/divisions-shared-services/developmental-disabilities-services/ces-waiver/

Passe - provider-led Arkansas shared savings entity. Arkansas Department of Human Services. (2026b). https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/divisions-shared-services/medical-services/healthcare-programs/passe/

Seguro médico información/Insurance Information

Health Insurance terms you should know: CMS. CMS.gov. (2024). https://www.cms.gov/medical-bill-rights/help/guides/health-insurance-terms

Linea Media/Midline

Crossing the body’s midline - kid sense child development. Kid Sense. (2024). https://childdevelopment.com.au/areas-of-concern/fine-motor-skills/crossing-the-bodys-midline/

Pennisi, E. (2025). Why is crossing the midline important?. Centre Of Movement. https://www.centreofmovement.com.au/what-is-midline-and-why-is-crossing-the-midline-important-for-your-childs-brain-development/

Tiempo en Pantalla/Screen Time

Evaluaciones/Assessments

Bruininks-oseretsky test of Motor Proficiency, second edition | Rehabmeasures Database. Shirley Ryan Ability Lab. (2017). https://www.sralab.org/rehabilitation-measures/bruininks-oseretsky-test-motor-proficiency-second-edition

Peabody assessment. TheraPlatfrom. (2026). https://www.theraplatform.com/blog/989/peabody-assessment

Pediatric evaluation of disability inventory - physiopedia. Physiopedia. (2026b). https://www.physio-pedia.com/Pediatric_Evaluation_of_Disability_Inventory

Sensory processing measure | Rehabmeasures Database. Shirley Ryan Ability Lab. (2017b). https://www.sralab.org/rehabilitation-measures/sensory-processing-measure

Sensory profile | rehabmeasures database. Shirley Ryan Ability Lab. (2023b). https://www.sralab.org/rehabilitation-measures/sensory-profile

Beck, C. (2023.). Transitions for children. The OT Toolbox. https://www.theottoolbox.com/transitions-for-children/

Martinelli, K. (2026a). How can we help kids with transitions? - child mind institute. Child Mind Institute. https://childmind.org/article/how-can-we-help-kids-with-transitions/

Martinelli, K. (2026b). Why do kids have trouble with transitions? - child mind institute. Child Mind Institute. https://childmind.org/article/why-do-kids-have-trouble-with-transitions/

American Occupational Therapy Association. (2026). Community Based Services. Aota.org. https://www.aota.org/practice/practice-settings/community-based-services

Clark, G. F., Laverdure, P., Polichino, J., & Kannenberg, K. (2017). Guidelines for occupational therapy services in early intervention and schools. AJOT: American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 71(S2), 7112410010p1-7112410010p1.

Davis, S. (2025). What’s the difference between outpatient and school-based occupational therapy? - abil-OT kids therapy. Abil. https://www.abilotkidstherapy.com/blog/gh03vn3lt04m1b6cfosshaiwn3d1cr#:~:text=Areas%20of%20Life-,Purpose:,may%20offer%20more%20frequent%20sessions.

Stanford University. (2026). Inpatient occupational therapy services. Stanford Medicine Children’s Health. https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/en/services/occupational-therapy/inpatient-services.html#:~:text=This%20includes%20occupational%20therapy%2C%20physical,help%20adolescents%20with%20eating%20disorders.

Entornos de terapía pediatrica/Pediatric Therapy Settings

Autism Diagnostic Criteria DSM-5. Autismspeaks.org. (2026). https://www.autismspeaks.org/autism-diagnostic-criteria-dsm-5

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2026). Diagnosing ADHD. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/adhd/diagnosis/index.html

Developmental delay in children. Cleveland Clinic. (2025). https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/14814-developmental-delay-in-children

Down syndrome: Symptoms & causes. Cleveland Clinic. (2026b). https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17818-down-syndrome

Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. (2024). Down syndrome. Mayo Clinic. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/down-syndrome/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20355983

Sensory processing disorder (SPD). Cleveland Clinic. (2025). https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/sensory-processing-disorder-spd

Brechas culturales/Cultural Gaps

Rodríguez, A. M., Neher, T., & Toevs, S. E. (2025). Successes and barriers identified by public health professionals engaging Hispanic communities.Journal of Latinx Psychology, 13(1), 6–17. https://doi.org/10.1037/lat0000264

Tzeng, C.-F. T., Swoboda, T., Huggins, C., D’Etienne, J., & Wang, H. (2024). Risks Associated with Quality Care among Hispanic and White Populations—A Cross-Sectional Comparison Study. Healthcare, 12(2), 250. https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare12020250