Childhood development

Supporting children with low registration: A comprehensive guide to Dunn’s sensory processing model

There are different types of sensory processing patterns observable in all of us. Today, we will focus on low registration, based on Dunn’s Model of Sensory Processing. This blog is the third in a five-part series on sensory processing – check out the first blog for an overview of Dunn’s …

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Understanding sensory seekers: A comprehensive guide to Dunn’s sensory processing model

There are different types of sensory processing patterns observable in all of us. Today, we will focus on sensory seekers, based on Dunn’s Model of Sensory Processing. This blog is the second in a five-part series on sensory processing – check out the first blog here.    What are sensory seekers? …

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Social stories: What they are, how to make them and why use them

What are social stories Have you come across social stories? They are like custom-made books or scripts that help kids navigate new experiences or activities. They explain the details of the activity – e.g. what is involved, where it is happening, who will be there and why they are doing …

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The visual schedule guide: benefits, tips, and best practices

Meet Sarah, a funny and creative autistic 6-year-old girl. Sarah faces challenges with transitioning between activities and often becomes overwhelmed by sudden changes in her day, leading to meltdowns. Verbal instructions sometimes confuse her, causing frustration when she cannot understand what others expect from her. Sarah’s parents and occupational therapist …

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