Sensory
Example of a tactile sensory strategy
fidget, sand box, playdough, slime, tactile sensory bean (I.e. beans, rice, etc)
Example of a sensory strategy for someone who seeks out auditory input (likes more auditory input in the environment)
Music or TV in the background, playing musical instrument, seeks out loud or busy environments
What happens in the body during a fight or flight response?
Increased HR, BP, breathing rate, muscles tense, increased alertness, decreased digestion, increase in body temperature
Example of a squishy food picky eaters won't eat
pudding, yogurt, applesauce, etc
Strategy for someone who prefers minimal visual input (does not like as much visual sensory items in their environment)
Keep areas decluttered, keep walls clear, have a calming corner with minimal visual input, avoid extremely busy environments
What does our vestibular system do?
Works as a GPS system for the body, sends signals to the brain when moving or not moving
Strategy for someone who seeks out movement input? (needs more movement to stay regulated)
Jumping jacks, trampoline, take a walk, spin in chair, etc
What does our proprioceptive system do?
Sense where we are in space
What is a sensory strategy for someone who seeks out proprioceptive input? (i.e. someone who needs more deep pressure, heavy work to regulate)
hand squeezes, head squeezes, hugs, push into knees, hands, or wall, push or pull carts, lift heavy items, etc
Strategy for visual sensory seekers (I.e. people who seek out visual input)?
Bright lights, light up toys or items (I.e. lava lamp), busy environments, lots of posters or decorations on the walls
What is the interoception sensory system?
Senses internal bodily signals (I.e. heart rate, hunger, thirst, pain, etc)