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To Be Sensitive or Not to Be?
Asked by C.C. from Orlando
on May 9, 2008
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I watch three kids in my home and one of them cries alot. He is 7 months old and anytime any of the other kids yell or scream for just being kids or even if they cry, ...
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- Are his parents the type who keep everything quiet at home ? No vacuum, tv, radio etc ?? You can ask without offending them and explain what's going on,... On the othe...
- My brother was very sensitive to sounds. He couldn't go to the movies, would cover his hears with his hands. All this until he was 10. He had undiagoned inner ear i...
- Having read the other responses, I tend to agree that you should have a conversation with the parents. You didn't mention whether or not there are sibs at his home. ...
Child Biting Finger
Asked by D.A. from Utica
on October 22, 2007
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Hi My son is 5 and has a regulation disorder with sensory needs. His central nervous system is immature and he has trouble processing information. His sences are ver...
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- you might try idoine on hsi finger and tell him about GERMS. Many times when you show them what a germ is.....they will understand if you make it as grotesque as you c...
- I read in the book Happiest toddler on the block that it is very normal habbit. It make child calm down and they feel secure when they sucking their thumbs. The author...
- have you tried using a hot pepper sauce? if you just rub a little on his fingers, that might get him to stop and it won't hurt him. this worked for someone i know.
First Time Mom
Asked by J. from Philadelphia
on July 15, 2009
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Hi, Everyone I have a question my son is going to be three in Sept. He wa sensory disorder mild and a month in half to 2 months ago he flaps his arms when he's excited...
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- Ask your Occupational therapist about having him evaluated by a psychologist through your local school district. Schools are required to evaluate the children in thei...
- J., My daughter is PDD-NOS and SPD (sensory processing disorder). She does not hand flap at all. This is often a sign of autism. I am assuming you are getting s...
- Hand flapping can be a red flag. I'm guessing that if you have an OT working with your son you've already gotten set up with Early Intervention. If not, please do! ...
My 2 1/2 Year Old Was Just Diagnosed with PDD/NOS and Static Encephalopathy
Asked by T.T. from Dallas
on December 5, 2008
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After a year and a half of searching for a reason why my daughter has delays, motor ticks and sensory dysfunction we have finaly have our diagnosis.
My DD has been ...
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- I am so sorry to hear about your daughter and your husband. Google "Special Care & Career Services," which is a charitable org set up to help families with special ne...
- I am so sorry for what you are going through with your daughter and husband. I also feel if he is not man enough to step up to the plate to his own daughter and you an...
- I don't know about Static Encephalopathy, but I do know about autism because my son has it and autism is very treatable. Early intervention is key to helping your dau...
DS (9) Just Diagnosed with Aspergers- Need Help with Direction to Take
Asked by T.S. from Sacramento
on July 18, 2008
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Just this week, we received the diagnosis. He is near the borderline but still is on the spectrum- he has alot of sensory needs (and I don't know where to find the hel...
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- Hi T.. I'm in Roseville too. Two of my six kids have Aspergers. The school needs to provide OT by an OT that's certified in sensory integration. If they don't ha...
- My 10 year old has gotten amazing support from the school. The OT has been pretty mediocre, though. She trys, she's just not that great. We haven't used a private o...
- Burger Pediatric in Folsom has some keep therapists and I think they have sme groups also, but I am not positive. Also, AMerican River Speech in Gold RIver, (Rancho C...
Autism:how Do You Know If a Child Is Autistic?
Asked by B.C. from Janesville-Beloit
on July 17, 2008
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i have a dear friend, my best friend of ten+years who has a 23 mo old who doesnt talk unless told to say words. i have noticed he is very sensitive to sensory things l...
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- You've already talked to her, and she wasn't responsive. Assuming the child is going in for his well-child exams, the doctors know about his development. You could ...
- Hey B., First of all let me say you are such a good friend to be concerned. A lot of other people would do nothing. I have an autistic child of almost 14 now and ...
- B. -- What is looking like a jerk compared to maybe being a life-altering help to these two? If you are wrong, you can rejoice with them! Good luck! L.
Seeking Parents That Have Delt with Sensory Intergration Dsyfunction
Asked by A.P. from Minneapolis
on November 28, 2007
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I have a two year old that I just had evaluated. I had spoken to his Ped. and told her my concerns about his lack of verbal use. He would only say and use about 30-50 ...
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- Hi A. I am M., mom to Travis (7) dx PDDNOS with ADHD, Daniel (almost 6) dx Classic Autism, Chiari Malformation, and Sidney (4 and a half) dx PDDNOS. All 3 have sensor...
- Many Chiropractors have had success with minimizing the "over stimulation" by giving adjustments to help the nerves function optimally and by giving advice on nutritio...
- There are a lot of great books out there; sounds like you found at least one of them. Your OT should be able to help your son and recommend any books. My son's issue...
Sensory Prcessing Disorder, Does My Daughter Have It?
Asked by A.B. from Columbus
on July 5, 2009
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My daughter is five and a truly amazing child. Yet, she has a issue with clothing and toe walking. She basically will only wear very light weight cotton clothing that ...
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- My son has SPD. He also has some other disorders that I think are all related. I've just learned to buy only comfortable clothing for him and to cut off tags. ...
- Yes, it does sound like a SPD situation to me. Fortunately there are a lot of short hair styles you can have for her that will stop the problem with the hair brushing...
- IT could be but it could also be who she is. I have one child on the autism spectrum who has sensory issues but my other kids all seem to have some sensory issues and ...
Sensory Disorders
Asked by H.S. from Detroit
on March 1, 2009
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Does no one know about this out there? I'm gonna try again since I didn't get a single response last time. I could really use some reassurance and/or guidance. I me...
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- H., Wow, what a great mom you are! I don't have any experience with sensory disorders, but wanted to write to let you know you have the support of moms out here. ...
- Hi H., My granddaughter "suffers" from sensory disorder. I was unaware of such a thing until this diagnosis, and like your pediatric nurse, I too chalked it up to "...
- I don't have any experience on sensory disorders, however I wanted to reassure you about seeking a second opinion. I have learned that as parents we need to go with o...
