Alexandra Foulsham OT

The theory of Sensory Integration was developed in the 1970s, long before we had the technology and imaging to understand how the brain works.

Did Ayres' theory hold up over time? Yes.

This article is for those who want to nerd out
about sensory processing.

Here's the practical application. The article says 90% of Autistic individuals have sensory processing challenges. That number is low.

Here's the real number, 100% of human beings, regardless of diagnosis, process sensory input in a unique way. For neurodivergent individuals, understanding their sensory profile is essential to helping them feel safe and regulated so they can participate in daily occupations.

Another important number: 100% of the information we receive in this world comes in through our senses. We MUST "think sensory" in order to best support our kids and their developing brains.

Does that mean all kids need OT using a sensory integration frame of reference? No.

Does it mean everyone who works with children should have access to an OT, or at least hang out with them because they're really cool people with a sensational knowledge base? Yup.

You can hang out with me here, along with the other amazing OTs in this group and those who are learning to . 😁

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6468444/

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