Research summaries for autism therapy: sensory activities

definition of sensory activities: an important aspect of sensory integration therapy. Sensory activities help a child learn to function on a day-to-day basis, help with social development, and prepare the mind and body for learning. Sensory activities are meant to be fun for the child and can include working with clay, jumping, and listening to nature sounds.
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The Effect of Sensory Activities on Correct Responding for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Summarized Sep 9, 2009

Sensory-based activities may help some children with autism stay focused on a task.... Some therapists use sensory activities that may help children with these problems. For example, children may swing slowly on a swing or bounce quickly on an exercise ball. Usually the children enjoy the sensory activities very much.... Read more...

Sensational Stars with Autism, Summarized Jun 19, 2008

Sensory integration therapy may help some children with autism.

This article describes sensory processing disorder and the sensory integration therapy and occupational therapy that can be used to treat it. Sensory processing happens when the brain takes in messages and converts them into something with meaning that allows for a response. Children who have trouble with sensory processing often also have trouble communicating. Families can be an important part of sensory integration therapy by giving the child the many sensory experiences that create a rich sensory diet. Sensory activities can happen during mealtime, bath time, and bed time. Read more...

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Synonyms for sensory activities include: sensory activity
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