Our seven senses are critical to early development. Watch this video below to see more.
Ayres (1972) defined sensory integration as “the neurological process that organises sensation from one’s own body and from the environment and makes it possible to use the body effectively within the environment”
When they do not work well, or the environment we live in does not allow this to happen, we can’t get the sensory information our bodies and brain need. This interferes with our development, learning and participation in all the activities of our everyday lives.
“Sensory integration difficulties can influence self-regulation, movement, learning and interaction with others.”
Allen and Smith 2011
You can watch more here.
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