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Understanding the Dunn's Model of Sensory Processing
Understanding the Dunn's Model of Sensory Processing
Dr. Winnie Dunn is an occupational therapist and a world-renowned expert on sensory processing. Following the collection of data from well over 1,000 children (with and without disabilities), she hypothesized that not only is there a link from an individual's nervous system and ability to self-regulate, but also that the relationship between the two functions can be organized into 4 basic patterns of sensory processing: Low Registration, Sensory Seeking, Sensory Sensitivity, and Sensory Avoidant.
High Threshold Children
High Threshold Children
(do not notice sensory input easily)
Low Registration
Low Registration
(Passive)
fail to notice what others notice
do nothing to gain more sensory input
may have to be touched or spoken too to gain attention
seem oblivious/unresponsive
Sensory Seeking
Sensory Seeking
(Active)
gain pleasure from sensations in life
will make sensory experiences for themselves
try to meet high threshold
Low Threshold Children
Low Threshold Children
(do notice sensory input easily)
Sensory Sensitivity
Sensory Sensitivity
(Passive)
tend to be reactive in situations
will notice various things in environment (hight detection)
irritable/short-tempered/demanding
may cover ears
hard to hold with constant fidgeting
Sensory Avoidant
Sensory Avoidant
(Active)
tend to withdraw quickly from situations
meet thresholds quickly with little sensory input
may be overwhelmed
Sensory Patterns at School to Increase Success
Sensory Patterns at School to Increase Success
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