Sensory Integration/Sensory Processing Resources

Resources with information on sensory integration
and sensory processing disorder

Interoception

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Interoception

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Interoception

How many senses do we have? And is interoception the 'eighth' sense or a category of senses?

Environment – Does It Matter?

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Environment – Does It Matter?

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Environment – Does It Matter?

Chloe shares how the staff in her department observed, evaluated and then changed their classroom environment

Change Is Still Possible

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Change Is Still Possible

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Change Is Still Possible

An adult case study demonstrating that change is still possible at aged 51!

Sensory Patterns Part II

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Sensory Patterns Part II

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Sensory Patterns Part II

Avoiders and sensors both have low neurological thresholds

Sensory Patterns

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Sensory Patterns

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Sensory Patterns

Bystanders and seekers both have high neurological thresholds

Sensory Preferences

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Sensory Preferences

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Sensory Preferences

Our individual sensory patterns or preferences affect how we react to everyday sensations

Sensory Health

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Sensory Health

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Sensory Health

What is sensory health?

Case Study

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Case Study

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Case Study

A case study from Pendle View School, Colne putting sensory integration theory into practice

Pablo

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Pablo

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Pablo

"Pablo" series features a 5-year-old-boy on the autism spectrum who creates incredible imaginary friends.

Proprioception

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Proprioception

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Proprioception

What is proprioception? This video from STAR institute delves a bit deeper into proprioception

Anxiety and sensory processing disorder

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Anxiety and sensory processing disorder

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Anxiety and sensory processing disorder

Anxiety and sensory processing disorder - which comes first?

Interoception

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Interoception

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Interoception

What is interoception? A great short video from the STAR institute explaining interoception

Unpacking the vestibular system

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Unpacking the vestibular system

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Unpacking the vestibular system

A video from STAR institute explaining the vestibular system in more depth

Does my child have a sensory issue?

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Does my child have a sensory issue?

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Does my child have a sensory issue?

A helpful introductory video to sensory processing by Pathways.org

A child’s view of sensory processing

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A child’s view of sensory processing

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A child’s view of sensory processing

A short video giving a very clear explanation of sensory processing differences.

Tactile System

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Tactile System

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Tactile System

What is the tactile system and why is this sense so important in relation to sensory processing?

Vestibular System

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Vestibular System

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Vestibular System

What is the vestibular sense and why is this sense so important in relation to sensory processing?

Classroom sensory toolkit

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Classroom sensory toolkit

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Classroom sensory toolkit

Six pieces of equipment for your classroom to help with regulation

Arousal, regulation and sensory processing

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Arousal, regulation and sensory processing

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Arousal, regulation and sensory processing

What do terms such as arousal, alertness, regulation, self regulation , or self-control mean?

Proprioception

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Proprioception

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Proprioception

What is proprioception and why is this sense so important in relation to sensory processing?

Regulation and Self Control

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Regulation and Self Control

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Regulation and Self Control

What is the difference between regulation and self-control?

Sensory regulation in the classroom

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Sensory regulation in the classroom

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Sensory regulation in the classroom

A mini training session

Regulating yourself and your classroom

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Regulating yourself and your classroom

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Regulating yourself and your classroom

Dr Bruce Perry shares effective classroom strategies that help keep students and adults calm and regulated

Stress, trauma and the brain

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Stress, trauma and the brain

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Stress, trauma and the brain

Dr Bruce Perry explains why regulation is so important to understand for teachers

Sensory strategies in school

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Sensory strategies in school

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Sensory strategies in school

A case study from New Bridge School, Oldham, putting sensory integration theory into practice

Understanding Your Child’s Sensory Signals Angie Voss

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Understanding Your Child’s Sensory Signals Angie Voss

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Understanding Your Child’s Sensory Signals Angie Voss

A very useful handbook containing over 210 common sensory problems.

Too Loud, Too Bright, Too Fast, Too Tight Sharon Heller

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Too Loud, Too Bright, Too Fast, Too Tight Sharon Heller

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Too Loud, Too Bright, Too Fast, Too Tight Sharon Heller

This book is especially useful for teenagers and adults.

The Sensory-Sensitive Child Karen Smith and Karen Gouze

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The Sensory-Sensitive Child Karen Smith and Karen Gouze

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The Sensory-Sensitive Child Karen Smith and Karen Gouze

This book explains the central role of the senses and provides ‘sense-able parenting’ strategies for home and school.

The Sensory Team Handbook Nancy Mucklow

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The Sensory Team Handbook Nancy Mucklow

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The Sensory Team Handbook Nancy Mucklow

This book is an excellent resource explaining sensory processing problems to older children and teenagers.

The Sensory Processing Resource Disorder Centre

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The Sensory Processing Resource Disorder Centre

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The Sensory Processing Resource Disorder Centre

Extensive website written by an American occupational therapist who is also a parent of a child with SPD

The Out-of-Sync Child Grows Up Carol Stock Kranowitz

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The Out-of-Sync Child Grows Up Carol Stock Kranowitz

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The Out-of-Sync Child Grows Up Carol Stock Kranowitz

This book is written for adolescents and provides strategies for coping with the daily challenges of life.

The Out-Of-Sync Child Carol Stock Kranowitz

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The Out-Of-Sync Child Carol Stock Kranowitz

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The Out-Of-Sync Child Carol Stock Kranowitz

Informative and clearly written book which is ideal for parents and teachers.

Temple Grandin

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Temple Grandin

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Temple Grandin

An excellent film on the life of Temple Grandin. It provides really helpful insight into autism and sensory differences

Star Institute for Sensory Processing Disorder

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Star Institute for Sensory Processing Disorder

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Star Institute for Sensory Processing Disorder

Website explaining sensory processing disorder for parents, professionals, teachers. Useful articles, resources and links.

Sensory Integration and the Child 25th Anniversary Edition Jean Ayres

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Sensory Integration and the Child 25th Anniversary Edition Jean Ayres

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Sensory Integration and the Child 25th Anniversary Edition Jean Ayres

Revised and updated edition of the classic book written by the founder of sensory integration theory.

Sensory Deprivation

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Sensory Deprivation

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Sensory Deprivation

Sensory deprivation has effects not only on our behaviours but also on our cognitive functioning.

Sensational Kids Lucy Jane Miller

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Sensational Kids Lucy Jane Miller

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Sensational Kids Lucy Jane Miller

Very useful up-to-date book for teachers and health care professionals written by an expert in the field.

Raising a Sensory Smart Child Lindsay Biel and Nancy Peske

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Raising a Sensory Smart Child Lindsay Biel and Nancy Peske

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Raising a Sensory Smart Child Lindsay Biel and Nancy Peske

Informative book with plenty of practical strategies for parents.

Raising a Sensory Smart Child

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Raising a Sensory Smart Child

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Raising a Sensory Smart Child

Website by the authors of the book ‘Raising a Sensory Smart Child’ has some useful checklists.

Pathways

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Pathways

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Pathways

American website raising awareness about early detection and early intervention for children with physical movement problems.

No Longer A Secret Doriet Bialer and Lucy Miller

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No Longer A Secret Doriet Bialer and Lucy Miller

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No Longer A Secret Doriet Bialer and Lucy Miller

A sequel to Sensational Kids includes a helpful framework for setting up strategies.

My Sensory Book Lauren Kerstein

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My Sensory Book Lauren Kerstein

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My Sensory Book Lauren Kerstein

A ‘fun, interactive workbook to help children identify their own sensory profiles and develop a personal toolbox of strategies’.

Living Sensationally Winnie Dunn

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Living Sensationally Winnie Dunn

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Living Sensationally Winnie Dunn

A book written for adults to help understand how your individual sensory patterns affect you in every day life.

Just Take A Bite Lori Ernsperger and Tania Stegen-Hanson

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Just Take A Bite Lori Ernsperger and Tania Stegen-Hanson

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Just Take A Bite Lori Ernsperger and Tania Stegen-Hanson

This book is an excellent resource for parents with children with eating challenges.

Inside I’m Hurting Louise Bomber

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Inside I’m Hurting Louise Bomber

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Inside I’m Hurting Louise Bomber

An excellent practical book to help support children in schools with attachment difficulties.

Sleep

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Sleep

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Sleep

Many people with sensory processing differences experience sleep disturbances

Sensory seekers

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Sensory seekers

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Sensory seekers

Sensory seeking or craving behaviour - why and what are some strategies to help?

Self-injurious behaviour

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Self-injurious behaviour

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Self-injurious behaviour

Self injurious behaviour, one of the most common sensory processing difficulties that parents reported in specialist school survey

Behaviour

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Behaviour

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Behaviour

"Is it sensory or behaviour?' is the most frequent question I am asked.

Vestibular system

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Vestibular system

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Vestibular system

The vestibular system is the sensory system responsible for detecting movement of our head and the sense of gravity.

Virtual world

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Virtual world

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Virtual world

This virtual world from a sensory perspective is very different from the 'real life' world.

Vestibular Input in lockdown

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Vestibular Input in lockdown

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Vestibular Input in lockdown

Some simple ways to get vestibular input while we still have restrictions in place.

Autism and sensory processing

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Autism and sensory processing

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Autism and sensory processing

For World Autism Awareness Week

Vestibular and proprioceptive ideas post lockdown

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Vestibular and proprioceptive ideas post lockdown

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Vestibular and proprioceptive ideas post lockdown

A revisit to vestibular and proprioceptive activities for post lockdown!

Classroom sensory toolkit

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Classroom sensory toolkit

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Classroom sensory toolkit

am often asked what equipment is needed within the classroom

Dyspraxia:The Hidden Handicap Amanda Kirby

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Dyspraxia:The Hidden Handicap Amanda Kirby

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Dyspraxia:The Hidden Handicap Amanda Kirby

One of the most comprehensive and useful books on dyspraxia.

Building Bridges Through Sensory Integration

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Building Bridges Through Sensory Integration

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Building Bridges Through Sensory Integration

Very useful practical guide for parents and professional focusing on children diagnosed with autism.