Did you know that 1 in every 6 children experiences sensory symptoms that may be significant
enough to affect aspects of everyday life functions?
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Making "Sense" Together!
Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is a condition that exists when sensory signals are not received or organized by the brain into appropriate responses. Though all of us may experience occasional sensory challenges, SPD exists when sensory symptoms are significant enough to diminish participation in everyday life. SPD is most commonly diagnosed in children, but people who reach adulthood without treatment often continue to be affected.
Five fundamental facts about SPD -
1) SPD is a complex disorder of the brain that affects the way sensations are experienced and organized.
2) SPD has unique sensory symptoms that are different from any other known disorder.
3) The daily lives of at least 1 in 20 children are affected by SPD. That is 5% of the general population - about one in every classroom.
4) In gifted children, the incidence of SPD is estimated to be 36%. The incidence in children with ADHD, autism spectrum disorders and other developmental and behavioral conditions is even higher.
5) Scientific study suggests that occupational therapy is an effective intervention for treating children with SPD. Adults, too, benefit from treatment.
Five fundamental facts about SPD -
1) SPD is a complex disorder of the brain that affects the way sensations are experienced and organized.
2) SPD has unique sensory symptoms that are different from any other known disorder.
3) The daily lives of at least 1 in 20 children are affected by SPD. That is 5% of the general population - about one in every classroom.
4) In gifted children, the incidence of SPD is estimated to be 36%. The incidence in children with ADHD, autism spectrum disorders and other developmental and behavioral conditions is even higher.
5) Scientific study suggests that occupational therapy is an effective intervention for treating children with SPD. Adults, too, benefit from treatment.