Sensory Resources

Sensory processing and integration is the ability for the brain and body to take in sensory information from the environment and the body and adequately understand the meaning of the sensory information coming in and organize it so the child can learn from the environment and respond adequately and efficiently to it. Most often sensory integration difficulties are recognized due to a child seeking extra movement and therefore having a hard time focusing during their day because they need the input fidgeting, wiggling, standing, walking around, shaking their head, etc. provides them. Sensory integration can also be a difficulty in the following sensory systems:

• Touch
• Proprioception/Vestibular
• Hearing
• Visual
• Taste
• Smell

Movement breaks are key in a child's day wether at school or at home. Allowing the body to move, fidget, wiggle, and get proprioceptive/vestibular input and feedback during the day is proven to increase focus and attention. Here are some resources for how to include sensory/movement breaks into daily routine at home and in the classroom. Click on each underlined title below to access the link.

For more information on sensory processing disorder or to learn more about it CLICK HERE.

Disclaimer: Sensory processing disorder is a serious condition and should be evaluated by professionals if it interferes in various areas of life beyond what is manageable, I advise you to seek outside help from a skilled OT in sensory processing. These websites are not mine and are individually copyrighted.