GriffinOT provides resources and information on Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) for parents and teachers. In addition to our online SPD training packages, our website includes a number other posts that you may find helpful. These include information on SPD and reviews of equipment and strategies that are recommended for children with sensory issues. You can use the search bar at the top of the page to search for specific topics.
Interoception Explained – Processing internal sensory messages
Processing internal sensations Interoception refers to the sensory information that the brain receives internally from the body. These sensory messages come from our organs and internal receptors. They [...]
Why Touch Pressure Helps with Regulation
A tale of two touch pathways The term touch pressure, or deep touch pressure, are used by therapists to refer to firmer touch. Therapressure brushes or surgical brushes [...]
How it feels when your child receives diagnosis
Navigating through diagnosis How it feels when your child receives a diagnosis can take you by surprise. It can be a very confusing and overwhelming time. During this [...]
Our story – receiving a diagnosis of autism for our daughter
A personal story - Tina and Kelly It was not until her daughter Kelly started school, that Tina noticed there was something quite different about the way she [...]
What is sensory overload? And how can I support it?
Sensory overloaded = too much information Sensory overload is a term which describes the experience an individual with sensory differences may have when they receive too much sensory [...]
Sensory Diet Tips – Using Them Successfully
The problem with a sensory diet Sensory diets are a structured list of sensory strategies which an individual can use throughout the day to help to support their [...]