Sensory overload in children occurs when their brains have difficulty processing and organizing sensory input from their environment, such as loud sounds, bright lights, or crowded spaces. This can lead to meltdowns, withdrawal, or difficulty participating in daily activities.
Occupational therapists help children manage sensory overload by identifying their specific sensory sensitivities and creating individualized strategies to support regulation. These may include structured sensory activities, environmental modifications, and tools that promote calming or alerting responses. Through play-based and therapeutic interventions, OT helps children build self-regulation skills, improve coping mechanisms, and engage more successfully in home, school, and social settings.
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