You may have heard the term 'sensory processing disorder' from a teacher, paediatrician or another parent, but it isn't always clear what it actually means for a child day to day.
What Sensory Processing Disorder Means
Sensory processing refers to how the brain receives and organises information from the senses -- touch, sound, movement, sight and more. When this processing is unusually under- or over-sensitive, or inconsistent, it can affect how a child responds to everyday sensory experiences.
How It Can Show Up Differently in Different Children
Some children seem overwhelmed by sounds, textures or crowds that don't bother other children (sensory over-responsivity), while others seem to seek out intense movement, noise or touch (sensory seeking), and some show a mix of both depending on the sense involved.
How an Occupational Therapist Can Help
Dr. Charu Arora, Senior Occupational Therapist, explains that an occupational therapy assessment looks at how a child responds across different senses and settings, and can guide a personalised plan of sensory-based strategies and activities for home and school.
Taking the Next Step
If your child's sensory responses are affecting daily routines, Call 9990555423 or 8796958310, or message us on WhatsApp, to arrange a consultation.