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Sensory Diets

Sensory Diets. What, Where,Why , Who, When and How. *disclaimer*.

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Sensory Diets

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  1. Sensory Diets What, Where,Why, Who, When and How.

  2. *disclaimer* The term ‘Sensory Diet’ was originated by Patricia Wilbarger (the designer of the brushing protocol) in order to address the needs of young children who were originally identified as having difficulties with sensory processing (Sensory Processing Disorder…SPD) and …it continues to be used with children who have been diagnosed with SPD. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

  3. ALSO….. It is important to note that problems in the area of sensory processing is typically part of a larger picture and is often associated with, or embedded in other diagnosis…such as Autism and ADHD.

  4. Important to remember…. All young children can benefit from an environment designed with an awareness of the role that the senses play in their development.

  5. Sensory integration is the neurological process of organizing sensory inputs for function in daily life.

  6. What is Sensory Integration? Sensory integration occurs in the central nervous system (brain, spinal cord, nerves). The process occurs automatically as the body gathers information through the skin, muscles, joints, inner ear, eyes, nose and mouth. As you watch this presentation, your brain works to integrate the many sensory inputs from your body.

  7. What are Sensory Diets? A sensory diet is an activity plan designed for an individual child to help modulate his ‘arousal’ level. Its a daily routine that incorporates various calming and organizing activities.

  8. The Sensory Diet concept is based on the idea that every individual’s nervous system uses activity and sensation in order to regulate alertness, or arousal in our environment.

  9. ‘just right’ With the ‘just right’ amount of alertness, we can function in a more adaptable, skillful, efficient and self confident way.

  10. Much like a nutritional diet, the effects of some activities on our nervous system are like snacks….they might change our mood, “wake” us up, or help us concentrate.

  11. Think about the subtle things that you might do to maintain your optimum arousal level. • Do you put something in your mouth (oral motor input)-chew gum, eat something crunchy? • Do you need to move (vestibular input)-bounce your leg, tap your toes, or exercise? • Perhaps fidgeting with something in your hands or touching different textures (tactile input) helps you stay focused? • Can you think of different noises (auditory input) or sights (visual input) that affect your concentration or mood?

  12. Incorporating leisure activities into a sensory diet may provide additional opportunities for movement, heavy work, deep touch pressure and proprioceptive inputs. Ideally, these recommendations become adopted into lifestyle changes.

  13. What does ‘just right’ AROUSAL look like? Our arousal levels may fluctuate throughout the day, based on the demands of our environment, our mood, or our activity level. In general, low, high and ‘just right’ arousal states can be characterized as follows:

  14. Proprioceptive System

  15. Vestibular System

  16. Tactile System

  17. Visual System

  18. Olfactory (smell)/Gustatory(taste) System

  19. Auditory System

  20. As the child’s central nervous system matures….. …so does the child’s sensory system. Each of the seven senses develop at its own rate. Each child will develop sensory skills at his own pace, but there is a wide range of ‘typical’ sensory development and skills. Genetics and environmental influences play a role in sensory development. Additionally, most children on the Autism Spectrum also have sensory concerns. There is often a comorbidity with autism.

  21. Sensory Processing… Refers to how our different sensory systems work together to organize and process incoming information from the world around us.

  22. What is Sensory Processing Disorder? (SPD) The current term used to describe the body’s inability to take in and use sensory information efficiently.

  23. Sensory Modulation… Sensory modulation occurs when the senses work together to help us respond appropriately to the world around us.

  24. A child whose brain system is not working efficiently may be demonstrating a Sensory Modulation Disorder (SMD).

  25. When does an SMD occur? A Sensory Modulation Disorder can occur in any combination of the senses: hearing, taste, smell, sight, touch or movement.

  26. Over arousal & Under arousal OVER AROUSAL A child with an over aroused sensory system tends to respond quickly and negatively to small amounts of sensory input UNDER AROUSAL A child with under-aroused sensory system may have problems registering sensory information or seek excessive amounts of sensory input. A sensory seeking child typically requires more sensory input to help him/her stay calm and focused.

  27. Changing arousal levels…. • The OVER-aroused child…..

  28. Changing arousal levels…. The Under-aroused child…

  29. What is a Sensory Diet? A Sensory Diet is a personalized daily schedule of specific sensory activities and environmental modifications to help a child stay calm, focused and organized throughout the day.

  30. What is the GOAL of a Sensory Diet? Self-Regulation is the ultimate goal of a sensory diet.

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