Somatic symptom disorders are a group of disorders, all of which fit the definition of physical symptoms similar to those observed in physical disease or injury for which there is no identifiable physical cause. As such, they are a diagnosis of exclusion.
Occupational therapists use special equipment to help children with developmental disabilities. Occupational therapists treat injured, ill, or disabled patients through the therapeutic use of everyday activities. They help these patients develop, recover, and improve the skills needed for daily living and working.
Often medical professionals call for more than one type of therapy for children faced with developmental delays, mental health disorders, or physical handicaps. For example, a child with a developmental delay disorder can benefit from occupational therapy, behavior modification therapy, and speech therapy.