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Professor Nicola Plastow is an associate professor of occupational therapy at Stellenbosch University. She promotes students’ health and wellbeing by advocating for occupational justice, and by supporting students to participate in the daily activities that are central to student life
Despite the daily life challenges, it is also important to recognise that autism comes with its own “superpowers” that students can use to their advantage. Students with autism…
Nicola Plastow looks at some of the settings in which African drumming has been used to improve mental health.
Drumming therapy can help to reduce anger and tension and increase a sense of wellbeing.
Colouring-in is for adults too and brings balance, mindfulness and helps the unarty to be creative.
The high cost of treatment makes mental healthcare inaccessible to those using public health services.
