1o Response to stimuli is more intense than expected
o Often context dependent
o Exaggeration of fight/flight response
o Inflexibility/hypervigilance
o Common in autism, fragile X, ADHD, mood disorders
sensory over responsivity
2what are some examples of sensory over responsivity
Child screams and/or elopes with walking into a crowded cafeteria.
Child refuses to use the public restroom with automatic flushing toilet.
3o Difficulty detecting incoming sensory input
o Lazy tendencies, unmotivated
o Lack of natural curiosity
o Common in ADHD, autism, down syndrome
sensory under responsivity
4what are some examples of sensory underresponsivity
Child does not notice or want to explore things in a new environment.
Child does not respond when called upon, appears to be daydreaming.
5o Constantly looking for input
o Erratic, disorganized, impulsive behavior
o Safety concerns, “fearless”
o Agitated and explosive when needs not met
o Frequent input and extreme output
sensory craving (seeking)
6what are some examples of sensory craving
Child frequently drawn to playground equipment and is often in trouble for using it inappropriately (hanging upside down, etc.)
Child touches everything they walk by in a store or room
7o Avoids sensory experiences
o Rigid in thought and movement
o Prefers routine over novel
o Isolated
sensory avoiding
8what are some examples of sensory avoiding
Child enjoys sitting and reading a book during unstructured time.
Child dislikes PE and does not want to engage in physical activities.