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| Sensory processing is how we take in and make sense of sensory information from within our own bodies and the external environment. The 7 (yes, 7!) senses of touch, sight, sound, movement, body awareness, taste, and smell work together to give us a reliable picture of the world and our place in it.
1 in 20 children has sensory processing disorder, that is, sensory issues significant enough to interfere with activities of daily living. That’s one child in every classroom. Common Signs of Sensory Processing Issues Is Sensory Processing Disorder "Real"? Yes! Explore Your Child's Unique Sensory Portrait |
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Right now your senses are working together. You hear background sounds and feel your clothing, chair, and the floor beneath your feet. You see letters on the screen. You filter out unimportant sensory input so you can make sense of what you are reading. If you occasionally lose focus because your shirt label is making your neck itch, you may have a mild sensory issue. If you keep sliding off your chair, look away when you hear any noise, feel as if your shirt is hurting you, and perceive that the words you are reading pulsate, you may have