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04/10/2023

04/08/2023

WHAT VESTIBULAR STIMMING LOOKS LIKE!
It uses a person's sense of movement and balance.

01/08/2023

TACTILE STIMMING

Tactile stimming refers to repetitive behaviors connected to a person’s sense of touch. Examples may include:

Rubbing or scratching of hands or objects

Repetitive hand motions such as opening and closing fists

Tapping fingers repeatedly

Tactile defensiveness

31/07/2023

STIMMING IS NOT ONLY FOR NEURODIVERSE!!

Self-stimulatory behavior is not unique to individuals on the autism spectrum and can be seen in neurotypical individuals as well. Infants and young children often engage in self-stimulating behaviors; however, as they age and mature, these behaviors start to decline and are replaced by other activities (playing with toys and social interactions, for example). Even typical adults sometimes stim. For example, many people tap their foot when impatient or anxious, twirl their hair when bored, or tap their fingers when intensely thinking.

30/07/2023

26/07/2023

DAY 7 of;

25/07/2023

Did we miss DAY 4,5 & 6?
Here we go!

20/07/2023

Lets check what it is in DAY 3 OF!

19/07/2023

DAY 2 of:

17/07/2023

MORE THAN 30% SALE !!
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09/07/2023

WHEN DO WE KNOW IT IS SENSORY PLAY & NOT JUST PLAY!
How do we define sensory play? When do we think we have provided an environment that promotes sensory play interactions?
Does our mainstream/public school foster sensory play?
Is our rural environment more of a sensory exposure or is our urban play area set up well defined as sensory play environment?
Back in the village were we engaging in sensory play ?

What do you think?

07/07/2023

SENSORY FRIENDLY CLASSROOM!
Include different sitting alternatives in your classroom for sensory benefits,Remember that finding an ideal seating system can require a lot of investigation and trial and error.Keep it individualized and always consult the childs occupational therapist for the best solution.





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06/07/2023

WHY WEIGHTED VESTS!
Increased focus/attention

Increased seated time on-task

Decreased self-stimulatory behaviors (for children with autism)

Promote calm and organization

Decreased hyperactivity

Reduced anxiety

Assists with self-regulation

Reduced frequency of sensory overload

Improved body awareness

Increased therapeutic carryover of sensory diet activities






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05/07/2023

It is important to provide several sitting alternatives and positions for your learners to make classroom experience fun and sensory fulfilling!





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05/07/2023

Devices that promotes calm and focus in class!

04/07/2023

AUTISM & WEATHER!
Research has found that autists are particularly susceptible to drops in temperature!This leads to mood swings, increased impulsivity and autists are more likely to indulge in destructive behaviours (especially for those with ADHD).
Read more here,
https://aisforaoifenotautism.com/2020/07/10/autism-and-weather/