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Sensory Processing Disorder
Hardcover
Publisher Price: $19.99
Publisher: Dr. John W.S. Howard
Published: Aug 18 2026
Pages: 250
Weight: 1.11
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Understanding Sensory Differences, Diagnostic Confusion, Treatment, and Everyday Functioning
Sensory Processing Disorder explores the complex ways people receive, organize, interpret, and respond to sensory information-and how these differences can affect everyday life.
For some individuals, ordinary sounds, textures, movements, smells, foods, or environments can become overwhelming. Others may appear unusually unresponsive or actively seek intense sensory experiences. These differences can influence learning, communication, self-care, eating, movement, work, social participation, and overall independence.
This book takes a careful look at sensory processing difficulties without assuming that every sensory-related behavior automatically indicates autism, ADHD, anxiety, or another diagnosis. Similar behaviors can have very different causes, making careful assessment and attention to the individual's complete history and functional needs essential.
Readers will explore:
- How sensory processing works and why individuals can experience sensory information differently
- Sensory over-responsivity, under-responsivity, and sensory-seeking patterns
- Sensory discrimination and the importance of accurately interpreting sensory information
- The relationship between sensory processing difficulties, autism, and ADHD
- Why sensory challenges can exist independently of other diagnoses
- The challenges surrounding diagnosis and the need for clearer terminology
- Evidence-informed approaches to assessment and treatment
- Occupational therapy, environmental modifications, coping strategies, and functional support
- The role of nutrition and sensory-related food difficulties
- What is-and is not-known about medication for sensory processing difficulties
- The continuing scientific and clinical debate surrounding Sensory Processing Disorder
Rather than promoting a one-size-fits-all solution, the book emphasizes individualized assessment, meaningful functional goals, professional support, and real-world outcomes. Its central focus is not simply changing sensory responses, but helping individuals participate more comfortably, independently, and successfully in everyday life.
Sensory Processing Disorder is intended to provide a clearer framework for understanding sensory experiences while recognizing the limitations of current knowledge and the need for continued research. It is a useful resource for readers seeking to better understand sensory processing, families navigating sensory challenges, and professionals interested in the assessment and support of individuals whose sensory experiences significantly affect daily functioning.
Please note: This book is educational in nature and does not replace individualized assessment, diagnosis, or treatment from a qualified healthcare professional.
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