Sensory Processing Disorder Parent Support (SPD)

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Halloween is just around the corner. Please remember when you have children come to your door to be accepting. A child may not be wearing a costume because they have Sensory Processing Disorder.

Someone with sensory differences makes my heart so full 💙🧡💙🧡 It's National Sensory Awareness Month! Helps me spread awareness and share share share!!

What would you add to this list of accommodations for recess at school that you think would be helpful for other students? Expand social opportunities Don’t take recess away Offer sensory activities Encourage inclusion Use of sensory tools Buddy system Access to sensory room Fill sensory diet Take a break from school work

Sensory Diet Movement Break Ideas What are some sensory movement break activities that you would add to these? Swinging in sensory swing Dancing Bouncing on yoga ball Walking in nature Playing Simon says Yoga Hopscotch Stretching Sensory body Sock Climbing Playing freeze tag Jumping jacks Bear walking Jumping on trampoline Crawling through sensory tunnel

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Why Is Getting A Diagnosis Important? What would you add to these? Therapy referrals Accommodations Self-awareness Sense of belonging Financial support Validation Understanding needs Successful intervention Peer support Celebrate identity Access resources #sensory #sensorysymptoms #diagnosis #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensorydifferences #sensoryprocessing #sensoryawareness

Did you know that October is National Sensory Awareness Month? LIKE & SHARE!! How will you be celebrating those who have sensory differences? #sensoryawarenessmonth #sensoryprocessingdisorder #nationalsensoryawarenessmonth …ryprocessingdisorderparentsupport.com

How to reduce SENSORY OVERLOAD What works for you? Is there anything that you could add to this? #sensoryoverload #sensoryprocessing #sensoryprocessingdisorder

Does your child struggle with clothing and tactile defensiveness? Clothing Strategies For Your Child with Sensory Clothing Challenges - Try different detergent. Scents could be strong and bother their skin - Avoid collars and turtleneck shirts - Try different underwear brands that are seamless with different styles - Before getting your child dressed, fill their sensory diet. - Don’t force your child to wear something that feels awful for them …ryprocessingdisorderparentsupport.com/sensory-proces… #sensoryfriendlyclothes #sensoryclothes #sensoryfriendlyclothing #sensoryclothing #sensoryclothingforkids #sensoryfriendly

Do you practice mindful activities with your children? Teaching our children to be mindful, is teaching them long term life skills that will help them as they grow. These life skills will minimize their anxiety and stress, improve their focus, increase their happiness and improve their ability to cope when they find life getting too overwhelming or overstimulating. Benefits for teaching children mindful activities - increases emotional regulation - decreased depression - increased self esteem - better decision making - improved social skills - increased feeling of calm - improved academic performance - increase compassion and kindness - better memory - cognitive improvements - stronger relationships - better physical health - reduces anxiety and stress - better focus and attention - improve sleep …ryprocessingdisorderparentsupport.com/mindfulness-ac… #mindful #mindfulactivities #mindfulforkids #mindfulbreathing

Does your child struggle with clothing and tactile defensiveness? Clothing Strategies For Your Child with Sensory Clothing Challenges - Soft and comfortable just feels better than rougher fabrics - Some children want lose clothing while others want tight clothing. - When you find clothing your child loves. buy several colors and sizes - Some children prefer clothing with no patterns or designs - Zippers, buttons and snaps can be so itchy and irritating …ryprocessingdisorderparentsupport.com/sensory-proces… #sensoryfriendlyclothes #sensoryclothes #sensoryfriendlyclothing #sensoryclothing #sensoryclothingforkids #sensoryfriendly

How do I get help for my child who may have anxiety? When should I seek professional help for my anxious child? You should reach out to a professional and seek medical advice if your child is: - always on edge - constant persistent worries - always nervous - scared about many things - upset several times a day - having several daily meltdowns/ tantrums - avoiding different situations - displaying stress that is interfering with their daily life - no longer has the ability to relax - having increased fears which disrupts their family life …ryprocessingdisorderparentsupport.com/childhood-anxi… #anxiety #childhoodanxiety #mentalhealth

Does your child experience panic attacks? Panic Attacks are sudden unexpected anxiety. The triggers are not always obvious and can happen when you least expect it to. It can be very difficult to see your child suffering from panic attacks as they are extremely frightening for a child. - chest pains - difficulty breathing - intense fear or terror - shaking - fast heart rate - stomach pain - sudden urge to use the restroom - hyperventilating - faint or dizzy - feeling sick - needs to escape …ryprocessingdisorderparentsupport.com/childhood-anxi… #anxiety #childhoodanxiety #panickattacks #panic #mentalhealth

Is your child struggling with Generalized Anxiety Disorder? Children who have generalized anxiety disorder worry excessively about a variety of things. A child who has generalized anxiety may constantly look for reassurance and seek out perfection. These children tend to worry about natural disasters, school work/grades, friends, family, relationships, health and how well they are doing during activities. They usually ask "what if" questions and worry about things that are out of their control. Generalized Anxiety Disorder - worries about things before they happen - refusing to go to school - worries about friends and family - difficulties sleeping - worries more than their peers - frequent stomach aches or headaches - fidgets and unable to sit still …ryprocessingdisorderparentsupport.com/childhood-anxi… #anxiety #childhoodanxiety #GAD #generalizedanxietydisorder #mentalhealth

Does your child struggle with clothing and tactile defensiveness? Clothing Strategies For Your Child with Sensory Clothing Challenges - Use a visual morning schedule for your child and include getting dressed - Give your child a heads up or warning for when it is time to get dressed - Give praise and encouragement - Keep a journal and keep track of what works and what doesn't work - Talk to your child and explain what sensory tactile defensive is …ryprocessingdisorderparentsupport.com/sensory-proces… #sensoryfriendlyclothes #sensoryclothes #sensoryfriendlyclothing #sensoryclothing #sensoryclothingforkids #sensoryfriendly

Does your child struggle with fine motor? There are many activities that can help children develop and improve their fine motor skills. These activities can be simple and fun, and can easily be incorporated into daily routines. Here are some examples of fine motor activities for children: Finger painting – This activity allows children to explore different textures and practice their finger movements at the same time. Playdough – Playing with playdough helps children strengthen their hand muscles and develop hand-eye coordination. Threading and lacing – Threading beads or lacing cards are great activities for improving hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills. Cutting and pasting – Using scissors and glue to create crafts not only helps develop fine motor skills, but also encourages creativity. …ryprocessingdisorderparentsupport.com/fine-motor-ski… #finemotor #finemotoractivities #finemotorskills #sensoryfinemotor #sensoryprocessingdisorder