Posted by noa on May 22, 2003, at 9:52:34
In reply to Re: I feel crappy.....Noa, Dinah, Miller, posted by tina on May 22, 2003, at 8:37:44
Below is some info. When looking for this info, I started to see more and more how sensory integration can relate to some of the problems many of us describe here. It is a relatively new concept and the medical establishment is still quite skeptical, because the research on whether it produces permanent improvement in children's brains is scant. But I think there is something to this.
Some of the signs I can relate to: over sensitivity to sensory input of various kinds or undersensitivity to sensory input. Distractibility, getting "disorganized" emotionally, being too aware of the seams in your socks or the labels in your shirt, etc.
I am very sensitive to noises, auditorily distractible, cannot stand loud noise. Have strong sense of smell and gag reflex. I get overwhelmed and overstimulated fairly easily and have to shut down and shut out all the light and sound. Sometimes when I am processing a lot in a busy day, I get overly revved up and have a hard time focusing and calming the overstimulation.
I avoid crowds. Etc. etc.I may just order myself one of those brushes!
ANother technique mentioned is one I think Dinah has recommended--tight wrapping in a sheet or blanket. I guess the deep pressure helps calm and organize.
Here is some sampling of info about sensory integration, including brushing technique:
http://autismawakeninginia.bizland.com/autismawakening4therapy2/id2.html
you can buy the recommended brush here:
http://www.theraproducts.com/indexInterestingly, there is a book about non-talk therapies for bipolar disorder, including sensory integration therapy:"Bipolar Disorders: A Guide to Helping Children and Adolescents" by Mitzi Walsh. YOu can see an excerpt here:
http://www.patientcenters.com/bipolar/news/non_talk.html
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