Heavy work and why it calms the ADHD brain

Carrying, pushing, pulling, lifting. Heavy work might be the simplest and most underused movement strategy for children living with ADHD. In this episode, Mon explains the body's sensory awareness system in plain language, shares what she has seen firsthand through a school heavy work program, and gives practical everyday examples any family can build into their daily routine. Backed by a 2026 randomised controlled trial from the American Journal of Occupational Therapy.Be Everything You Are! OrganiserScience reference:Kaya Özçelik, A., & Kayıhan, H. (2026). Comprehensive effects of occupational therapy using Ayres Sensory Integration in children with ADHD: A randomised controlled trial. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 80(1). DOI: 10.5014/ajot.2026.050529