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ADD/ADHD – Kidswork Therapy Center

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Ask Christa & Janine. Hearing & Speech. Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder. ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) are similar in most ways however, with ADHD the child has hyperactivity and ADD they do not. Signs of ADD include:. Lacking attention to detail. Not thinking things thoroughly. Daydreaming/mind wondering, not paying attention. Avoiding tasks that require thought or attention. Losing interest in subject mid-conversations. Behavior Therapy t...

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Auditory Processing Disorder – Kidswork Therapy Center

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Ask Christa & Janine. Hearing & Speech. Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder. The cause of APD is unknown. Children with APD usually have another underlying condition as well, such as, dyslexia, ADD, ADHD, PDD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, speech or developmental delays, just to name a few. Symptoms and characteristics of APD:. Trouble remembering information presented verbally to them. Problems carrying out multi-step directions or instructions. They need more time to process information.

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Sensory Processing Disorder – Kidswork Therapy Center

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Ask Christa & Janine. Hearing & Speech. Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder. As stated earlier SPD can affect one sense or a combination of more than one sense, it can be just touch for example or include touch and sound. However, sadly this disorder is often overlooked because physicians are not trained to recognize sensory issues. The parent’s million dollar question Did I do something to cause this? So now how is it treated? Middot; 2016 Kidswork Therapy Center. Middot; Designed by JCR GRAFIX.

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Interactive Metronome – Kidswork Therapy Center

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Ask Christa & Janine. Hearing & Speech. Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder. Interactive Metronome also known as IM is an auditory-visual guidance system that is used in therapy to improve neurological processes of sequencing, motor planning and processing. The child attempts to match a range of computer-generated tones heard through the headphones to a rhythmic beat through hand and foot exercises for one hour sessions three to five times a week. It trains the child to:.

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Occupational Therapy – Kidswork Therapy Center

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Ask Christa & Janine. Hearing & Speech. Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder. Occupational Therapists (OT’s) are a vital part in children with physical and functional disabilities. Various assessments may be necessary by the OT to clearly assert where a child needs help. Some people believe that occupational therapy is just for adults, after all kids do not have occupations right? Children who might benefit from occupational therapy include:. Sensory Processing Disorders (SPD). Visual Motor Skills- ...

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Speech Therapy – Kidswork Therapy Center

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Ask Christa & Janine. Hearing & Speech. Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder. What is a speech disorder? A speech disorder is a difficulty with the actual production of sounds. Speech disorders can include the following problems:. Articulation difficulty producing sounds in syllables or saying words incorrectly to the point that others cannot understand what is being said. Dysphagia- known as oral feeding disorders includes difficulties with eating and swallowing. Articulation therapy- this involves...

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Autism – Kidswork Therapy Center

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Ask Christa & Janine. Hearing & Speech. Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder. Autism is an impairment of the growth and development of the central nervous system, which in turn affects learning ability, emotion and memory. Autism affects information processing in the brain by altering how nerve cells and their synapses join and categorize. Possible Indicators of Autism Spectrum Disorders:. Does not babble, point, or make meaningful gestures by 1 year of age. Does not speak one word by 16 months.

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Aspergers Syndrome – Kidswork Therapy Center

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Ask Christa & Janine. Hearing & Speech. Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder. Other characteristics of Aspergers include motor delays, clumsiness, limited interest and unusual obsessions. Like most of the other disorders there is no cure for Aspergers Syndrome, however with treatment the symptoms can before less severe and decline over time. Early intervention is extremely helpful not only by helping your child how to deal with the symptoms but also for decreasing the symptoms.