Child Sensory Processing Checklist & Parent Guide
A practical, clinical-grade screener for tactile defensiveness, vestibular sensitivity, and sensory-seeking behaviors. Learn how sensory diets restore calm and focus.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A sensory diet is a tailored sequence of physical and sensory activities (such as deep pressure, swinging, joint compressions, or quiet spaces) scheduled through the day to keep a child's nervous system regulated and alert.
Not necessarily. While many autistic children experience sensory processing differences, children with ADHD, developmental coordination disorder, or isolated sensory defensiveness also benefit significantly from sensory integration therapy.
Occupational therapy with sensory integration helps rewire nervous system responses and provides practical coping strategies, significantly reducing distress and boosting daily functioning.