Sensory Issues
Stop Slurping Your Soup! Understanding Misophonia and Hyperacusis (Sound Sensitivity)
Sound sensitivities can make innocent sounds like chewing or refrigerator hums physically and emotionally arousing. Let’s take a look at the auditory system and understand what’s going on when a child (or adult!) is unusually sensitive to sounds – and what you can do to help the situation.
Read MoreThe Scent-sory Child: How the Sense of Smell Impacts Your Child in Ways You’ve Never Imagined
The sense of smell is at the center of our physical and emotional lives. Here’s why it has such a strong impact, especially for children.
Read MoreChild Anxiety: Is it All in the Mind… or All in the Body?
Watching your child struggle with anxiety is a frustrating and painful experience for a parent. The challenge is multiplied a hundredfold when you have no idea where the anxiety is coming from… or how to address it. This post goes through the three different causes of child anxiety, tips on identifying which cause is at play, and the go-to professional for each type.
Read MoreIs Your Child Suffering From Anxiety? Here’s How to Attack It at Its Root
Child anxiety isn’t always psychological. Especially for young children, the source is usually physical, caused by sensory and reflex integration issues. Here’s why it happens and what to do about it.
Read MoreThe Sensory Systems that are Secretly Making Reading and Writing Challenging
The other sensory systems (not just visual) that can make reading and writing a struggle, together with practical tips and exercises to help your child.
Read MoreSecrets to a Successful Sensory Summer
Common issues parents of children with sensory challenges run into during summer vacation, and our tips on how you and your child can have a smooth, positive summer experience.
Read MoreWhat Screen Time and Screen Media Do To Your Child’s Brain and Sensory Processing Ability
A look at the functional and sensory processing issues we see in children exposed to screen time – and why it happens. (Includes over 50 comments and our responses!)
Read MoreSound the Shofar: Appreciating Your Sensory Child
For parents of sensory children, the High Holidays bring challenges. Try on this perspective, however, for a breath of fresh air and renewed appreciation.
Read MorePassover and Your Child With SPD
Top tips to make Passover and any holiday season easier and more enjoyable for children with sensory integration issues (and their parents!).
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