Q: How can I create a sensory-friendly environment? A: Strategies include providing a quiet space, using visual schedules, and offering sensory-friendly activities and materials.

Sensory integration refers to the way our brains process and integrate information from our senses, including sight, sound, touch, taste, smell, vestibular (balance), and proprioception (body awareness). For most people, sensory integration happens naturally, but for some individuals, particularly those with sensory processing disorder (SPD), autism, or other neurodiverse conditions, sensory integration can be a challenge.

Q: What are some common signs of sensory processing disorder (SPD)? A: Signs of SPD may include hypersensitivity or hyposensitivity to certain stimuli, difficulty with social interactions, and challenges with self-regulation.

Here are some common questions and answers: