Sensory Supports

Support attention with sensory circuits Sensory circuits have evolved from sensory diets.  The best way to imagine them is to think of  a gym circuit, so a number of activities which are set [...]

Teaching interoceptive awareness Interoceptive awareness is the ability to notice the sensory information that the brain receives internally from the body.  These messages come from the interoceptive receptors in our body.  I explain [...]

Sensory strategies are a tool In the sensory world, there are lot of different terms and phrases.  It can quickly get confusing, even for trained therapists!  The terms also change over time.  In [...]

A tale of two touch pathways The terms touch pressure or deep touch pressure are used by therapists to refer to firmer touch.  Therapressure brushes or surgical brushes are one way to provide [...]

A flexible sensory strategy Movement breaks are a frequently suggested sensory tool to help students increase their attention and readiness for learning.  Like all sensory strategies, they should be individualised for each student.  [...]

Free sensory diet cards! Welcome to GriffinOT's sensory diet card and movement break page.  Here you can download our cards for free to use at home or school.  These cards are designed to [...]

Embedding sensory strategies into classroom Occupational therapists often recommend sensory strategies, or sensory supports, to help to support children who experience sensory differences.  This includes children with autism.  I have already explored what [...]