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Sensory Behaviors Checklist

This sensory behaviors checklist is a 31 question tool to HELP determine if SENSORY is the function of behavior. Created by an experienced school-based OT, Elizabeth Rizki Kosek, OTD, OTR/L, this 13 page PDF download can be printed OR type your data. This digital document will be available electronically immediately following payment. What Does the […]

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Increase Participation in Activities for Children with Autism

Planning activities for children with autism can be a fun but tricky task. There is a wide variety of things to consider when it comes to choosing the right type of activity. Everyone has different preferences of what types of activities they enjoy. Tips to Increase Participation in Activities for Children with Autism When it […]

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Sensory Processing and Executive Function Skills

Do you wonder if sensory processing and executive function skills are related? Is there an association between the two? Sensory processing is receiving sensory input, organizing the input, and formulating a plan of action or response based on that input. Executive function skills include planning, organization, working memory, initiation, task monitoring, self-monitoring, inhibition, emotional control, […]

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How to Get Children with Autism to Sleep

Did you know that almost one half of 2- to 5-year-old children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or a neurodevelopmental disorder (NDD) with some autistic features have significant sleep difficulties?  Parent survey results suggest that number to be much higher (more than 80%) for children with autism!  Here are tips on how to get children […]

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Motor Planning, Autism, and Catching Skills

Previous research has demonstrated common motor skill deficits associated with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) which may be related to decreased planning and control of sensory motor skills.  A recent study examined motor planning, autism and the skill of catching a ball to determine more specific information regarding impairments. Methodology of the Study on Motor Planning […]

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Research Review on Sensory Techniques

The American Journal of Occupational Therapy recently published a research review on sensory techniques and sensory environmental modifications for children with sensory integration difficulties.  The study reviewed 11,436 articles published between January 2007 and May 2015 to find research that reflected high levels of evidence, participants demonstrated sensory integration difficulties, and outcome measures addressed function or […]

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Feeding Problems in Children with Autism

Feeding Problems in Children with Autism Researchers have determined that there is a higher prevalence of feeding problems in children with autism over three years of age.  The research has consistently found that more than 50% of children with ASD exhibit limited food acceptance.  This can increase stress levels for families, in addition, to put children at […]