Fact: My daughter(at the time 4years) has been diagnosed with SPD: Sensory Processing Disorder and NO it is not a death sentence :) Disorder? Sensory Processing? What is THAT? The best explanation I heard
When your child has sensory processing disorder, or just sensory issues, even homeschooling can be challenging. Here are some tools and tips to help.
Formally known as sensory integration dysfunction, sensory processing disorder (SPD) is a neurological condition in which the brain has difficulty receiving and responding to sensory information (e.g., smell, touch, taste, etc.) that an individual perceives, thus, resulting in atypical responses. Individuals with SPD can be hypersensitive (over responsive) and or hyposensitive (under responsive) to things in their environment. For example, some sounds may be painful or overwhelming to a child, b
A person with Sensory Processing Disorder struggles every day with common tasks that the rest of us take for granted. Here are ten things you should avoid saying!
Learn the important symptoms and signs of sensory processing disorder in toddlers and children from an occupational therapist, and how to get a diagnosis and treatment options for SPD.
Sensory processing disorder (SPD) is often confused with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) due to the similarities and connections that exist.
These sensory red flags may indicate that a child needs extra help or support to manage sensory processing concerns.
If your child has sensory issues and you are concerned that they might have autism, read on to learn how one can exist without the other.
Do you wonder if your child has more sensory related difficulties that you aren't aware of? Don't miss these sensory red flags.
Adults with sensory processing disorder or sensory differences will find practical resources, references, and tips in this post.
Researchers at UCSF have found that children with sensory processing disorders have decreased structural brain connections in specific sensory regions different than those in autism, further establishing SPD as a clinically important neurodevelopmental disorder.
Knowing if your child is having a sensory meltdown or a tantrum can help you understand how to help them using sensory activities. Learn sensory meltdown symptoms and how to help kids who are dysregulated and having a meltdown vs. a behavioral tantrum. Helpful for kids with Autism, SPD, and ADHD
Sensory Processing Disorder Study: A 1st of its kind study shows biological basis for Sensory Processing Disorder.
Learn what it looks like for your child to be in sensory dysregulation and how to help them get out it and prevent it in the future.
Is your child's behavior a true behavior or sensory processing problems? Come read this post to find out.
Do you get a sinking feeling in your stomach, a gut instinct deep down that tells you something isn’t quite right with your child’s behavior? There have been little clues and symptoms that there might be a sensory issue at play but you’re just not sure what to do with your suspicions. Scroll to the bottom for a VIDEO [...]
Download: Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) Common Characteristics This easy-to-read list describes the common symptoms or behaviors which might be seen in ...
As children, we love to explore the world around us using all our senses (sight, smell, taste, hearing, touch, and sometimes sixth sense ^_^). We play with mud, louden or soften radio volume, wear …
Discover how to create a sensory self-soothing kit filled with items that cater to your sensory needs that help you to sensory regulate. Find inspiration, ideas for sensory tools, and step-by-step guidance to build a personalized sensory soothing toolkit for stress relief and to manage moments of se
These 16 sensory room products can provide a multisensory experience while decreasing sensory processing and autism meltdowns.
When your child has sensory processing disorder, or just sensory issues, even homeschooling can be challenging. Here are some tools and tips to help.
How sensory processing works across the 8 sensory systems in the body - with a look at the sensory spectrum, sensory development in infancy, and SPD.
What are the signs of sensory overload? Here's a list of the most common signs
Any parent who has children with Sensory Processing Disorder knows that sleep can be a challenging endeavour. These sleep solutions can help.
Facebook Pinterest Twitter What Are Childhood Sensory Issues? Childhood sensory issues often start to creep up around the ages of two to three years old. Parents often start to notice if their child has unusual sensitivities to different common things that are not a problem for most children their age. Sensory issues are separated into […]
Proprioception activities such as heavy work have been shown to improve attention and concentration, improve body awareness, and regulate arousal levels. Heavy work can be calming for students with autism or sensory regulation difficulties. The activities on this poster are specifically designed so...
Learn what it looks like for your child to be in sensory dysregulation and how to help them get out it and prevent it in the future.
These Sensory Diet Ideas for Sensory Seekers may be helpful if your child struggles with sensory processing disorder and needs extra sensory feedback. Work them in throughout the day to help the child regulate their
Whether or not you can afford therapy these are great tips for sensory seeking kids both at home and in the classroom at school.
This massive sensory processing disorder checklist breaks down sensory behaviors as over-reactions or under-reactions to sensory input.
Auditory Processing Disorder is a neurological processing problem with sound and language. The child will struggle to process the information coming in through hearing and reading. They have normal hearing and can hear sounds just like other children, but they Read More ...
You are walking with your 5-year-old child in a store. Suddenly an alarm goes off unexpectedly. The Cashier forgot to remove the sensor on a blouse. People look up, see it is not a big deal and continue on with their day. Your child begins to hold their ears, scream, and cry. It is very difficult to explain to someone that your child is not being a brat, stubborn, or having a tantrum. A meltdown occurs when a child becomes overstimulated and is unable to cope. As a result, they go into a sympath
No parent wants to believe their child isn’t perfect, but when, by the age of four, her son couldn’t speak, Dana Latter had no other choice. She burned through countless professionals, searching for answers and treatments but still, the reason her son wasn’t being accepted by the other kids, he couldn’t connect with his own...Read More »
Does your child struggle with sensory processing input? Here are 10 ways to help your sensory sensitive child.
A meltdown occurs when a child becomes overstimulated and is unable to cope. Here is my advice on how to deal with a sensory meltdown.
The most common type of APD is the auditory decoding subtype. What most people do not know is there are 4 other subtypes that affect auditory processing, speech and social communication.
Key differences between sensory seekers and avoiders (sensitives) and how you can support them with their different sensory needs.
Learn what a sensory diet is, how it can benefit your child's learning, focus, behavior, and emotional regulation, and discover which activities should be part of your child’s individual sensory diet.
