Re: Suggestions for stopping a habit that causes injury

[Guest guest]

Self injury can also be a sign of pain in anoher part of the body: i.e. headache, stomach problems, etc.

[Guest guest]

Self injury can also be a sign of pain in anoher part of the body: i.e. headache, stomach problems, etc.

[Guest guest]

The county isn't willing to pay for that level of support. But thanks.

Patty

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> Self-injurious behavior (SIB) can sometimes be driven by sensory

> dysfunction

> or can be a method of dealing with anxiety. I would recommend an

> evaluation

> by an OT who is well trained in sensory integration to assess his

> motivation

> and recommend an approach to deal with it.

> Marie

[Guest guest]

The county isn't willing to pay for that level of support. But thanks.

Patty

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> Self-injurious behavior (SIB) can sometimes be driven by sensory

> dysfunction

> or can be a method of dealing with anxiety. I would recommend an

> evaluation

> by an OT who is well trained in sensory integration to assess his

> motivation

> and recommend an approach to deal with it.

> Marie