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sensory integration dysfunction
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sensory integration dysfunction
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A neurological disorder characterized by disruption in the processing and organization of sensory information by the central nervous system, characterized by impaired sensitivity to sensory input, motor control problems, unusually high or low activity levels, and emotional instability.


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A currently proposed taxonomy of sensory processing disorder suggests that sensory overresponsivity (SOR; also referred to as sensory hypersensitivity) is a type of sensory modulation disorder characterized by responses to sensory stimuli that are faster, longer, or more intense than what would be expected with typical sensory responsivity (Miller, Anzalone, Lane, Cermak, & Osten, 2007).
Jennifer Jo Brout is a psychologist dedicated to furthering knowledge about sensory processing disorders and their application to mental health.
While they''re certainly great for that, hammocks can also be a valuable tool for therapy in children and adults with Sensory Processing Disorders.
 
 
 
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