You may have heard the term Sensory integration dysfunction (SID) but what is it exactly and how does it affect children? What is sensory integration dysfunction? SID is a syndrome that affects youth ...

What is Sensory Processing Disorder? Sensory processing refers to the neurological basis of how one feels. We are dependent on our sensory system to understand and respond to the world. Sensory ...

Have you ever noticed your child getting unusually upset by loud noises, or going out of their way to avoid certain textures? Maybe they seem overly cautious on the playground, struggle with ...

Earlier this week, there was an article in The Boston Globe about sensory processing disorder. It stated that a group of researchers, families, and occupational therapists is aggressively lobbying to ...

How can sensory integration dysfunction affect daily life? Children with sensory integration challenges are not able to correctly interpret and respond to typical daily stimuli. They may have ...

Sensory processing disorder—also known as SPD or sensory integration disorder—is a term describing a collection of challenges that occur when the senses fail to respond properly to the outside world.

CEBU, Philippines - I sought the help of a pediatrician-neurologist, who recommended both the services of an occupational therapist (OT) and a special education (SpEd)specialist or speech pathologist.

Difficulty concentrating. Unable to sit still. Won’t listen. This may sound like typical toddler behaviour, but occasionally, it might indicate something more serious. We talk to Hannah ...

Recently I organised a workshop on “Overcoming sensory dysfunction”. It is a disorder that affects most children with special needs, especially those with autism. When a child tip-toes, spins ...