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Sensory Processing Effects on Emotion and Behaviour: Signs, Symptoms, and Results It is beneficial for you and your child to be aware of the symptoms of sensory processing disorders in youngsters and decide whether to visit an expert. You should observe -Your child has difficulty focusing. -Rather than strolling, he or she is always sprinting, jumping, or stomping. -Your youngster prefers a tranquil environment away from busy, noisy settings. -He or she avoids hugging or touching others. -When touched or nudged, they react strongly. -They refrain from experimenting. -He or she is nervous. -They are unstable on their feet and/or avoid eye contact. -Even minor variations in habit can irritate your child. -Your child is physically dangerous. -He or she has poor coordination and is clumsy. However, people do not rely solely on their senses of sight, smell, taste, touch, and sound to gather sensory information. Interoception, a lesser-known sense, helps us detect and experience physical ...

Language Development and Red Flags

Developing norms You can uncover numerous ages for developmental milestones that a child plans to achieve by googling "typical language development" on Google. Speech Pathology Australia (SPA, 2018) provides a comprehensive (and visually appealing) poster outlining the language developmental stages your child is aiming towards. I use it in my clinical practice to offer parents a road map so they can monitor their children's speech development and be assured that everything is proceeding as planned. However, what if? What if your child isn't achieving certain linguistic milestones, or isn't even talking yet? When something doesn't seem right, I often find that parents have good intuition. My observations show that people frequently communicate with friends and family who comfort them that everything is fine by saying things such as, "Don't worry, boys take longer to speak," or "My child didn't talk until they were three." If you ...

Which Dyslexia Types Exist?

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  According to one study, dyslexia in children can take two forms. Learning to translate printed words into spoken language is one issue. The other issue is comprehension of what you've read. Your child may require assistance pronouncing words correctly or understanding what they read. Both disorders may impact your child. There are no recognised dyslexic subtypes. Some experts, however, believe that further research should be conducted on four types. A child with phonological dyslexia struggles to break down words into smaller components. They also have difficulty relating written words to sounds. If your child has auditory or dysphonetic dyslexia, they may have difficulty decoding words or sounding them out. If your child has surface dyslexia, they may struggle to recognise words when presented with them. As a result, your child may find it difficult to form, learn, and remember words. Another term for it is visual dyslexia. If your child has a quick naming deficit, he or sh...

Auditory Processing Disorder: What Is It?

  A hearing impairment known as auditory processing disorder (APD) affects 3% to 5% of school-aged children. Children with this condition, known as central auditory processing disorder (CAPD), cannot interpret what they hear the same way other children can. This is the outcome of incomplete brain and ear coordination deficiencies. The brain's ability to recognise and process sounds, especially speech, is affected. Children with APD can flourish in school and life with the right skills. A timely diagnosis is critical. If the problem is not identified and handled immediately, a child may struggle with learning and listening at home or school. Difficulty Understanding Speech Children with APD are thought to have normal sound perception since they can usually notice noises when presented one at a time in a reasonably calm environment (such as a sound-treated room). The problem is that, even when sounds are loud enough to be heard, they often require assistance distinguishing betwe...

Anxiety & Depression

  Long-term psychological issues, such as anxiety and depression, may interfere with your daily tasks. It's natural to worry when we encounter problems and barriers, such as paying our bills, taking a test, or making a difficult decision. However, if you or a loved one are exposed to stress, trauma, frustration, and regret for an extended period, these disorders may develop. Anxiety and sadness may emerge as a result of the brain's ability to change (neuroplasticity) and prolonged exposure to such adverse settings. For example, a dyslexic youngster may fail to understand what is written on the board, take longer to take notes and miss most of what the teacher is saying. They may need help to catch up and earn substandard test results. Poor academic performance can be disappointing for a child with the same intelligence potential as the other students. If this pattern continues throughout adulthood, people may question their talents and fear failure. They could no longer de...
Dyspraxia (developmental coordination disorder in adults) Developmental coordination disorder (DCD), or dyspraxia, is a common condition that impairs coordination and movement. Dyspraxia does not influence your IQ. Playing sports, learning to drive, or working in jobs that require balance can all affect coordination. Dyspraxia can also impair fine motor skills, such as writing and manipulating small items. Signs of Dyspraxia Dyspraxia symptoms differ from person to person and may alter over time. Routine tasks may be challenging for you. Dyspraxia can lead to the following effects: -Your balance, coordination, and mobility -Your everyday life abilities, such as clothing and cooking, as well as your ability to think, remember information, and learn new skills at work and home. -Your handwriting, typing, drawing, and little items.- Handling skills and social behaviour. -How do you control your emotions? -The ability to plan, organise, and manage time. It is crucial to distinguish d...

Identifying Indicators and Consequences in Sensory Processing's Effects on Emotion and Behaviour.

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Identifying Indicators and Consequences in Sensory Processing's Effects on Emotion and Behaviour. It is beneficial for both you and your child to recognise the warning signs of sensory processing problems in children and to consider obtaining professional assistance. Take note if your youngster has difficulties focusing. They frequently run, jump, or stomp instead of walking. Your child searches out tranquil environments to escape hectic and rowdy circumstances. They avoid touching or hugging others. They avoid touching or hugging others. When they are bumped or touched, they get aggressive. They are hesitant to explore new things. Your child is expressing anxiety. They have a wobbly gait and may avoid eye contact. Slight deviations in routine might cause your child a significant lot of distress. Your youngster acts in a way that puts their body in danger. They show clumsiness and lack of coordination. Understanding that the human senses are not limited to sight, hearing, touch...

What Are the Changes in Speech Over Time?

What Are the Changes in Speech Over Time? Children's linguistic development varies even within families. Most children learn languages naturally. A few developmental milestones give a general framework for typical development. What have been the changes in speech over history? Babies must first learn the sounds of the language before they can talk. Even while each child develops at a different rate, there are specific similar trends: -Babies scream and coo from one to three months old. - Crying sounds produced by babies aged 4 to 6 months include sighs, growls, gurgles, squeals, chuckles, and other sounds. Between the ages of six and nine months, babies begin to babble in syllables and imitate speech sounds and tones. - A baby's first words are usually spoken at 12 months. A newborn's first words are generally talked at 12 months. By 18 months to 2 years, children utilise approximately 50 words and begin combining two words to make phrases or short sentences. - Betw...