Signs of Sensory Processing Disorder Parent Fact Sheet Signs and Symptoms of Sensory Processing Disorder Children with SPD often demonstrate problems with: + Attention and behavior + Social skills or self-esteem + Play Skills + Fine,/gross/oral motor skills + Daily living skills (i.e. eating or dressing) + Sleep/ eating/ elimination Sensory Modulation Disorder Common Signs • Easily distracted by noises • Overly sensitive to sounds • Dislikes nail/ hair cutting • Dislikes clothing of certain textures/ fits/ or styles • Upset about seams in socks • Difficult time falling or staying asleep • Reacts defensively to tastes/ textures of food • Easily distracted by visual stimuli Definition A problem in regulating responses to sensory inputs resulting in withdrawal or strong negative responses to sensations that don not usually bother others. Problems are often seen in fluctuating emotions that are made worse by stress, and vary with the situation. Sensory Discrimination Disorder Common Signs • Jumps a lot on beds • Bumps or pushes others • Grasps objects too tightly or uses too much force • Frequently drops things or knocks things over • Mouths, licks, chews, or sucks on non-food items • Craves movement, e.g. likes to spin self around • Afraid of heights/ swings or slides • Has poor balance Definition A problem in recognizing/ interpreting differences or similarities in qualities of stimuli. It is commonly seen with problems in processing body sensations from touch, muscles and joints (proprioception) and head movements (vestibular– inner ear sensations). Children with SPD may not enjoy common childhood experiences. In addition, SPD is often associated with other diagnoses such as: + Learning disabilities + Attention deficit disorder + Pervasive developmental disorder/ autism spectrum + Language disorders + Anxiety disorder/ depression + Behavioral disorders + In Post-institutionalization Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), first identified by Dr. A. Jean Ayres, is a problem in how children use sensory information for self-regulation and skill development. Also known as Sensory Integration Disorder (DSI), children with SPD may demonstrate behaviors characteristic of one or more types of sensory processing problems, listed below. It is estimated that between 5—13 % of children entering school have SPD and that 3 of 4 are boys. What is Sensory Processing Disorder? Postural-Ocular Disorder Common Signs • Seems weaker than other children • Fatigues easily • Frequently moves in and out of seat • Slumps while sitting • Difficulty making eye contact/ tracking with the eyes, e.g. reading • Falls and tumbles frequently • Feels heavier than anticipated when lifted • Has flat feet Definition A problem with control of posture or quality of movements seen in low muscle tone or joint instability and/ or poor functional use of vision. It is often seen with vestibular and proprioceptive problems. Dyspraxia Common Signs • Problems with daily life tasks like dressing or using utensils • Eats in a sloppy manner • Difficulty following multistep directions • Strong desire for sameness or routines • Has an awkward pencil grasp • Has poor handwriting • Dislikes or reluctant to participate in sports Definition A problem with planning, sequencing & executing unfamiliar actions resulting in awkward & poorly coordinated motor skills typically seen with a sensory processing deficit. It is usually seen with difficulty doing new activities or those that are done infrequently. (May-Benson, Teasdale, & Koomar, 2006)
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