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Using Visual Supports and Schedules to Improve Task Initiation and Planning
Using Visual Supports and Schedules to Improve Task Initiation and Planning

Using Visual Supports and Schedules to Improve Task Initiation and Planning

For many children in Cambodia, starting a task or following through with daily routines can be a real challenge. Whether it’s beginning homework, getting ready for school, or transitioning between classroom activities, these moments often depend on executive [Read More]

2025-10-15T06:42:39+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Occupational Therapy, Special Education, Special Needs|Tags: Autism Therapy Cambodia, Child Development, executive functioning, Occupational Therapy Phnom Penh, planning skills, structured learning, task initiation, Visual Supports|Comments Off

Building Working Memory and Attention Through Occupational Therapy
Building Working Memory and Attention Through Occupational Therapy

Building Working Memory and Attention Through Occupational Therapy

In today’s classrooms across Cambodia, many children struggle to follow instructions, complete multi-step tasks, or stay focused for long periods. These challenges often stem from difficulties with working memory and attention — two key pillars of executive functioning. [Read More]

2025-10-15T06:39:55+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Education, Occupational Therapy, Special Needs|Tags: attention skills, Child Development Cambodia, executive functioning, focus and concentration, Occupational Therapy Phnom Penh, Sensory Integration, working memory|Comments Off

How Occupational Therapy Improves Executive Functioning in Children
How Occupational Therapy Improves Executive Functioning in Children

How Occupational Therapy Improves Executive Functioning in Children

In Cambodia, more families and schools are recognizing the importance of supporting children’s thinking and learning skills early in life. Occupational therapy plays a vital role in improving executive functioning — the set of mental skills that help [Read More]

2025-10-15T06:36:42+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Early Intervention, Education, Occupational Therapy|Tags: Child Development Cambodia, executive functioning skills, focus and attention, Occupational Therapy Phnom Penh, planning skills, Self-Regulation, Sensory Integration|Comments Off

Sensory Integration vs. Sensory Strategies – Evidence, Goals, and What Parents Should Expect
Sensory Integration vs. Sensory Strategies – Evidence, Goals, and What Parents Should Expect

Sensory Integration vs. Sensory Strategies – Evidence, Goals, and What Parents Should Expect

When parents hear about “sensory therapy,” terms like Sensory Integration (SI) and Sensory Strategies are often used interchangeably—but they aren’t the same thing. At OrbRom Center, occupational therapists carefully differentiate between structured Sensory Integration Therapy and practical Sensory [Read More]

2025-10-05T00:18:46+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Early Intervention, Education, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Room, Tips for Parents|Tags: Occupational Therapy Phnom Penh, OrbRom Center, Sensory Integration vs. Sensory Strategies, Sensory Processing, Sensory Regulation, Sensory Room, sensory therapy Cambodia|Comments Off

World Cerebral Palsy Day – October 6
World Cerebral Palsy Day – October 6

World Cerebral Palsy Day – October 6

World Cerebral Palsy Day is a global reminder to champion inclusion, access, and evidence-based support for children with CP. For families in Phnom Penh, it’s also a useful checkpoint: Are we tracking strengths and challenges, using the right [Read More]

2025-10-04T22:33:44+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Cerebral Palsy, Early Intervention, Education, Inclusion, Occupational Therapy|Tags: assessments Phnom Penh, cerebral palsy support, Early Intervention, Inclusive Education Cambodia, Occupational Therapy Phnom Penh, OrbRom Center, sensory room benefits, World Cerebral Palsy Day|Comments Off

Down Syndrome Awareness Month: Building Inclusion in Cambodia
Down Syndrome Awareness Month: Building Inclusion in Cambodia

Down Syndrome Awareness Month: Building Inclusion in Cambodia

Developmental Assessments October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, a time to highlight acceptance, inclusion, and practical support for children with Down syndrome. Across Cambodia, this observance is a reminder that with the right guidance, [Read More]

2025-10-02T09:15:42+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Awareness, Down Syndrome|Tags: developmental assessments Cambodia, Developmental Assessments Phnom Penh, Down Syndrome Awareness Month Cambodia, Down Syndrome Awareness Month Phnom Penh, Down syndrome Cambodia, Down syndrome support Cambodia, Inclusive Education Cambodia, Occupational Therapy Cambodia, Occupational Therapy Phnom Penh, Speech Therapy Cambodia, Speech Therapy Phnom Penh|Comments Off

Dysgraphia: A Clear Parent-Friendly Guide
Dysgraphia: A Clear Parent-Friendly Guide

Dysgraphia: A Clear Parent-Friendly Guide

When a child can think of great ideas but struggles to get them down on paper, dysgraphia might be the reason. Unlike simple “messy handwriting,” dysgraphia is a learning difficulty in written expression. It affects handwriting, spelling, grammar, [Read More]

2025-09-29T21:11:23+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Assessments, Learning Disabilities, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy|Tags: dysgraphia Phnom Penh, dysgraphia screening, Occupational Therapy Phnom Penh, OrbRom Center, Speech Therapy Phnom Penh, writing difficulties Cambodia|Comments Off

Strengthening Attention Span and Persistence Through Play in Phnom Penh
Strengthening Attention Span and Persistence Through Play in Phnom Penh

Strengthening Attention Span and Persistence Through Play in Phnom Penh

ADHD SERVICES HERE Short, focused play can train big skills. At OrbRom Center in Phnom Penh, Strengthening Attention Span and Persistence Through Play is a daily goal—not an afterthought. In sessions like [Read More]

2025-09-27T13:42:10+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: ADHD|Tags: ADHD support Phnom Penh, attention span Phnom Penh, executive function skills, Occupational Therapy Phnom Penh, persistence in children, play-based therapy Cambodia, strengthening attention span and persistence through play|Comments Off

Choosing a special education school in Phnom Penh: what parents should look for
Choosing a special education school in Phnom Penh: what parents should look for

Choosing a special education school in Phnom Penh: what parents should look for

PRESCHOOL PROGRAM Finding the right support for your child in Phnom Penh starts with understanding what truly makes a program effective. A special education school should provide individualized teaching, evidence-based therapies, and close collaboration with families. [Read More]

2025-09-22T19:05:09+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Personal Blog|Tags: Developmental Assessments Phnom Penh, Inclusive Education Cambodia, individual learning plan, Occupational Therapy Phnom Penh, OrbRom Center, Phnom Penh special education, Special Education School|2 Comments

Autism School Phnom Penh
Autism School Phnom Penh

Autism School Phnom Penh

PRESCHOOL PROGRAM For many families, choosing the right school in Phnom Penh can feel overwhelming, especially when a child has been diagnosed with autism. Parents want more than academics—they want a place that understands their child’s [Read More]

2025-09-22T19:02:39+07:00By Sophaneth HENG, B.Ed, M.Ed|Categories: Autism, Early Intervention, Education, Occupational Therapy, Preschool Program|Tags: AUTISM, Autism Support Cambodia, Autism Therapy Phnom Penh, Occupational Therapy Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh, School, special needs education Cambodia, Speech Therapy Cambodia|2 Comments