Autism (ASD) and sensory issues - signs to look for an how to help
Sensory processing issues are very common in autistic children and adults. Kim explains what sensory issues might look like and how to help.| GriffinOT
Sensory processing issues are very common in autistic children and adults. Kim explains what sensory issues might look like and how to help.| GriffinOT
Hitting and biting at school or home is often an indication of underlying sensory or communication needs. OT Kim Griffin explores how to help.| GriffinOT
In this interview, Becky reflects on how she has used our sensory processing training to support learners in her classroom.| GriffinOT
Chewing on clothing, collars, toys, pencils and other objects is a commonly reported sensory symptom. Kim gives gives ideas to help.| GriffinOT
Arousal is important to support attention and focus. In this post GriffinOT explores how sensory processing impacts arousal and attention.| GriffinOT
Interoception refers to all of the the sensory messages we receive from inside our body. It supports self-regulation, attention and learning.| GriffinOT
Occupational therapist Kim Griffin explores how to embed sensory strategies into your classroom for children with sensory differences.| GriffinOT
This post explores oral sensory seeking behaviours and reasons why older children might continue to put things in their mouth.| GriffinOT
The term ‘heavy work,’ is frequently mentioned in books and advice for children with SPD and/or ASD, here GriffinOT explores what it is.| GriffinOT
Auditory or sound sensitivity is a common feature of sensory processing disorder and autism. I explore why it occurs and how to help.| GriffinOT
