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Sensory Regulation (Ayres)
Daily sensory protocol (weight, movement, deep pressure) reduces SPD child meltdowns.
Goal
Build daily sensory protocol per Ayres model to regulate nervous system in child with Sensory Processing Disorder.
Steps
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Consult OT to identify child's pattern: seeking, sensitive, sluggish?
Expected Outcome
Immediate
After a session, child sits 10 extra minutes without meltdown.
Evidence base
School: Sensory Integration Therapy
Founders: A. Jean Ayres · Patricia Wilbarger (1972)
Ayres founded sensory integration theory. Wilbarger developed deep pressure/brushing protocol. Both evidence-supported in OT.
Keywords
#أبوّة#احتياجات-خاصّة#special-needs#sensory#ayres#spd#routines#checklist#habit-stacking#parenting#self-compassion#somatic#co-regulation#patricia-wilbarger#سترة ثقل#معالج وظيفي#weighted-vest#occupational-therapist#sensory-processing-disorder#deep-pressure#sensory-diet#متعطّش أم خامل#حمية حسّيّة صباحية#seeking-vs-sluggish-pattern#morning-alerting-diet#aota-research#fifteen-minutes-vest-request
Frequently asked questions
How long does "Sensory Regulation (Ayres)" take?
This exercise takes about 30 minutes, practiced with another person in a Somatic format.
When will I notice the effect of "Sensory Regulation (Ayres)"?
After a session, child sits 10 extra minutes without meltdown. In the short term: In 6 weeks, sensory meltdowns drop 40%.
Is "Sensory Regulation (Ayres)" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Sensory Integration Therapy (A. Jean Ayres, Patricia Wilbarger (1972)). Ayres founded sensory integration theory. Wilbarger developed deep pressure/brushing protocol. Both evidence-supported in OT.
Is "Sensory Regulation (Ayres)" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Advanced. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.
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