Sensory Processing Disorder
Behavior / Sensory

Sensory Processing Disorder

Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), exists when sensory signals are either not detected or don’t get organized into appropriate responses.  Pioneering occupational therapist, educational psychologist, and neuroscientist A. Jean Ayres, PhD, likened SPD to a neurological “traffic jam” that prevents certain parts of the brain from receiving the information needed to interpret sensory information correctly.  A … Continue reading

Sensory Room – Autism
Behavior / Sensory / Teacher Inspirations

Sensory Room – Autism

This year I took on the task to design, develop and implement a Sensory Room at one of my High Schools. After extensive research and collaboration to develop a better understanding of how my students perceive the world, integrate sensory information, and modulate their own nervous system – I was ready to start the Sensory Room … Continue reading