What do I do for my neurodivergent child who is struggling socially? Yep…it happens. As a parent, one of the hardest moments has been watching my neurodivergent child struggle socially. I have been there, and often find myself back there just when I thought things were getting easier. Just the...
SPD Teaching Toolkit: Empowering Students with Sensory Processing Disorder
Creating an inclusive classroom that supports students with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is essential for their academic and social success. This comprehensive SPD Teaching Toolkit is designed to provide educators with practical tools and strategies that cater to the diverse needs of students with SPD. Each component of this toolkit...
Sensory Tools Checklist for Children with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)
Sensory Tools Checklist for Children with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) can affect children in various ways, and each child may have unique needs when it comes to sensory input. To aid parents, caregivers, and educators in supporting children with SPD, we've compiled a comprehensive checklist of...
Top 25 toys and tools for sensory seekers (Neurodivergent Adults and Teenagers Edition)
Top 25 toys and tools for sensory seekers (Neurodivergent Adults and Teenagers Edition) Here are 25 Toys and Tools for Neurodivergent Teenagers & Adults Fidget Spinners - These small toys are designed to keep fingers busy and provide sensory stimulation through spinning motion. Tangle Toys - Similar to fidget spinners,...
Advice on Sleep Issues with Sensory Processing Disorder
Advice on Sleep Issues with Sensory Processing Disorder First of all, I want to acknowledge how difficult and exhausting this must be for you as a parent. Sleep issues can be incredibly challenging and it sounds like you have tried many different methods with little success. It's also important to...
Managing Emotions and Mood Swings in Neurodivergent Kids
Managing Emotions and Mood Swings in Neurodivergent Kids Teaching children how to describe their feelings and handle them appropriately is important to help prevent mood swings from becoming disruptive in their lives. Encouraging children to express themselves openly and teaching them healthy coping strategies can also benefit their emotional well-being....
Nurturing Emotional Fluency in Sensory-Seeking Children
Parenting is a voyage through often uncharted waters.. ... particularly when raising children with sensory seeking special needs. While the focus on developing cognitive abilities is paramount, we often overlook or are ill-equipped to handle the nuanced emotional landscapes our children traverse. This oversight can be pervasive, leading to challenges...
Understanding Motor Planning in Sensory Disorders
Understanding Motor Planning in Sensory Disorders Motor planning, or praxis, is the ability of the brain to conceive, organize, and execute skilled, non-habitual motor acts. Each day, we perform a wide range of actions that require the integration of sensory information and the preparation of motor movements. However, for individuals...