This workshop, presented by the occupational therapists at Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, is a valuable resource for parents and carers of children within autism and child and adolescent mental health teams. It offers a comprehensive introduction to sensory processing, linking these differences to children’s behaviors and emotional responses.
What sets this workshop apart is its detailed explanation of how our senses work together to help us play, learn, and respond to our environment. By describing the three types of sensory processing difficulties—sensory modulation, sensory discrimination, and sensory-based motor disorder—the workshop provides a clear understanding of their impact on children’s daily lives.
The workshop emphasizes that each child has unique sensory responses and the importance of meaningful activities, making it highly relevant and practical. Additionally, it discusses how sensory integration helps form a cohesive picture of our world, ensuring that children can function and stay safe.
This workshop is essential for fostering a better understanding of sensory processing and offering practical support for children with sensory processing difficulties.
