Re: Aggression (Sensory Integration)

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Amy, another question & really hope not to bombard with overwhelming with

information.

Has he been evaluated by an OT who specializes w/sensory integration

disorder or sensory process disorder? See the links file on sensory

integration.

What is Sensory Integration?

* Simply put, sensory integrative dysfunction is difficulty taking in,

sorting our and/or connecting information from the surrounding world.

* These basic senses blend in such a way to enable us to function in daily

life. It is this complex blending that is called sensory integration.

* For example, vision integrates w/proprioception & touch making it possible

to have eye/hand coordination to catch a ball.

Why is Sensory Integration so Important?

* Proper organization of the senses is necessary for the brain to interpret

a situation correctly and make an appropriate response.

Typical signs of SID may include:

* Trouble w/writing, drawing, cutting or pasting.

* Difficulty w/mainpulation of small objects.

* Difficulty or avoidance of playground games or equipment.

* Bothered by sounds or smells

* Needs help to organize or finish tasks

* Deficient social skills

* Low or high activity level, restless

* Dressing problems

* Dislike of haircuts, shampooing, nail cutting

* Over sensitive or under sensitive to pain

* Sleep pattern

* Eating/feeding problems

* Irritability

* Seeks out intense sensory experiences.

You'll see some info over to the links file.

In the mean time, soak him in some Epsom Salt bath, after getting him to do

some physical activities like jumping on a mini-trampoline, or turn him into

a taco or burrito wrapped into a blanket all a little before going to bed.

Make sure to monitor him while soaking in the Epsom Salt bath that he does

not swallow any of it, for about a good 15 minutes if possible.

Then do not just dry him off, apply some deep pressure to him as you dry him

off. Then apply some deep massage. Should you have an OT who specializes w/

SPD, they could help apply a sensory diet for that sensory input, also help

to desensitize him w/ like the Wilbarger Protocol brushing, then apply some

deep pressure joint comprehensions. This is where this helps on joint

compressions after bathing as well but the OT's will instruct how & when

according to when they assess him.

Hope something helps.

Irma

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> I am just wondering if any of you have or are currently dealing with

> aggressive behavior like fingernail gouging, biting, hitting, pinching, ect.

> Asher (4 yrs old) gouges me constantly when I try to get him to do anything

> he doesn't want to do. Sometimes he also bites, hits, ect. We are trying to

> work with the behavior specialist at his school by currently keeping data

> about his behavior. I know he is just trying to express himself since he is

> non-verbal. He is also very non-compliant with so many things. I have tried

> time out, scolding...you name it! I am just getting so tired of being

> scratched, bit, hit etc. It is getting to me and my fuse is getting shorter

> and shorter and his behavior is not changing. Any thoughts or suggestions?

> Amy mommy to Asher 4 yrs DS/ASD and 6 months NT

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