FROM AN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST'S PERSPECTIVE : USE OF SENSORY INTEGRATION THERAPY

Sensory integration (SI) is the brain’s ability to organize and process information received
from the environment through different senses. SI is also the cognitive capacity to extract
information from these senses and associate that information with prior memories,
experiences, and knowledge already in the mind. Proper sensory integration means that we
continually comprehend who we are, what we’re doing, and where we’re doing it. Sensory
integration should develop naturally. Recent studies show that students with different types of
Special Education Needs or under-average learning achievements may have underlying
Sensory Integration Deficits or Sensory Processing Disorders (SPD). These students usually
show problems in self-care, play repertoire, social engagement and academic performance.
This presentation share the use Sensory Integration Therapy by registered occupational
therapists In Hong Kong. The importance of collaborative efforts with school teachers, and
families is also discussed.