Understanding Sensory Integration and Supporting Child Development with Erika Trump

28/01/2025 27 min Episodio 108
Understanding Sensory Integration and Supporting Child Development with Erika Trump

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Michelle is joined by pediatric occupational therapist Erika Trump to unpack the complexities of sensory integration and processing. Together, they break down what sensory integration means, explore the differences between sensory processing and dysregulation, and examine their impact on children’s behavior. Erika offers valuable insights on distinguishing between sensory-driven behaviors and simple choices, discusses the importance of understanding typical child development, and shares practical strategies to support children with sensory differences. The episode also highlights the importance of collaboration between occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists in addressing sensory needs and fostering effective communication.Learn more about the show: SLP Full Disclosure PodcastChapters00:00 Introduction to Sensory Integration and Occupational Therapy01:26 Understanding Sensory Integration and Processing05:52 Differentiating Behaviors: Choice vs. Sensory Processing11:27 Exploring Dysregulation and Its Impact16:34 Advice for Speech Language Pathologists21:25 Practical Techniques for Sensory Integration
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