Understanding Sensory Processing Differences in Children: Symptomatology, Interpretation, Considerations, and Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Amy Wheadon, OT, OTD, OTR, CPT, YES
Owner and Founder • kidSHINE

Learning objectives:
Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Define sensory processing, sensory registration, sensory integration, and sensory modulation, and be able to identify and describe different types of sensory responses
• Describe two ways sensory challenges impact children, their families, and their lived experiences
• Articulate the presence, impact, and interplay of sensory challenges with comorbid diagnoses
• Articulate the role of occupational therapy and other professionals in treating and supporting children and families with a collaborative multidisciplinary approach

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Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Grand Rounds presentations are for educational purposes and intended only for behavioral/mental health professionals and clinical providers.

Continuing education (CE) credit is available for physicians, psychologists, nurses, and therapists who participate in this activity.