Week 3: Self Regulation

sensory integration

function of brain and body that occurs in all humans across the lifespan

sensory processing disorder

unique symptoms not explained by other known conditions; often misdiagnosed

what are the three different components of sensory processing disorder?

1. sensory modulation disorder

2. sensory discrimination disorder

3. sensory-based motor disorder

Dunn’s model

depending on what sensory needs you have, you will respond differently to different stimuli and environmental contexts

low registration / bystander

need more stimulation in order to register something, but may not seek it out for themselves

seeker

need more sensory input but will seek it out for themselves

sensor / sensitivity

may be overstimulated faster, but will not do anything to remove the stimulus

avoider

overstimulated quickly, but are actively doing something to remove themselves from the environment

____ are great at creating new ideas but can get distracted by their high need for input

seekers

____ are very easy going because they don’t notice all the details, but this can create a challenge when noticing details is important to a situation

bystanders

____ are great at organizing and creating systems but can be challenged when something disrupts the routine

avoiders

____ are great at noticing details that others miss, but can get overwhelmed by this awareness

sensors

social and emotional learning

process through which children and adults understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships and make responsible decisions

what are the different dimensions of social and emotional learning?

• self awareness

• self management

• social awareness

• relationship skills

• responsible decision making