Relationship Between Sensory Processing and Participation in Daily Occupations for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review of Studies That Used Dunn’s Sensory Processing Framework

Ismael, Noor; Lawson, Lisa Mische; Hartwell, Julie

doi:10.5014/ajot.2018.024075

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“…The fact is that few clinical trials have shown positive effects of the sensory integration approach on reducing the sensory-related behaviors (Pfeiffer et al, 2011) or social functioning and self-care (Schaaf et al, 2014) in children with ASD. The systematic review of Hauer (2015), Case-Smith et al (2015), Weitlauf et al (2017), and Ismael et al (2018) showed a low or moderate effectiveness of sensory integration and sensory-based treatments on ASD even on the participation in activities of daily living that is the final goal of OT. When the therapists are trained and understand the impact of sensory approaches on experience, they are more likely to use these approaches (Thompson-Hodgetts & Magill-Evans, 2018).…”

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Rehabilitation in Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Look at Current Occupational Therapy Services in Iran

Saneii

Esmaili

2019

Func Disabil J

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Background and Objectives: The progressive prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorder and the high cost of its treatment suggest that health services should be purposefully provided to people with this disorder. Occupational therapists play a key role in the rehabilitation of autism. This study sought to monitor occupational therapy services provided to individuals with autism. Materials and Methods: A survey about occupational therapy services for people with autism spectrum disorder was distributed to therapists. They completed a researcher-made questionnaire asking them about working conditions, knowledge sources, assessments, and interventions that have been used in autism. 225 questionnaires were distributed among occupational therapists who had the inclusion criteria. Results: The number of the full-filled questionnaires was 124. The therapists worked more individual therapy (95%) than group sessions (23%). Household economic problems were reported as the most common cause of occupational therapy discontinuation. They focused more on sensory approaches and cognitive models. The education level of the therapist was significantly correlated with autism-specific experience (r=0.376, P=0.00). Of the respondents, 50.8% reported their competency to treat autism as higher than average. Perceived competency was significantly correlated with providing consultation by the therapists (r=0.256, P=0.004). Conclusion: Occupational therapists apply sensory and cognitive approaches in autism. Therapists should try to resolve the problems that exist for group therapy sessions. The use of sensory-based therapies and their impact on the participation in everyday life is controversial. Finding a solution to compensate for the high cost of occupational therapy for autism can make people more likely to receive occupational therapy services.

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Rehabilitation in Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Look at Current Occupational Therapy Services in Iran

Saneii

Esmaili

2019

Func Disabil J

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“…The benefit of the sensory gym is to build their gross motor play and coordination. Meanwhile, it helps the children to improve their sensory functions reduce sensory over-stimulated concurrently due to the specially designed and unique equipment in the sensory gym (Ismael, Lawson, & Hartwell, 2018). Gross motor play is the primary sensory input for children with autism when occupying the sensory gym (Walker, 2015).…”

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Architectural Design Strategies Of Sensory Integration Through Spaces For Autistic Children

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Ghazali²,

Yi³

2019

The European Proceedings of Multidisciplinary Sciences

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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can be identified among children that have difficulties in social interaction and communication, and also have a repetitive and limited behavioural pattern and interests. ASD also can be recognized on as a diverse way of being within the world where tactile encounter, cognitive handling, and discernment, social needs, and interface veer form neurotypical desires. The means in designing for ASD children appears to surround sensory environment issue and the behaviour of the autistic children. Review of literature on autism and design theories by designers in architectural intervention, sensory integration facilities or spaces such as sensory garden and farm, playscape, threshold, sensory gym, etc. considers as a driving factor in design strategies for autism centre which based on the children's sensory quality and their sensory needs. The aim is to identify the design strategy of sensory integration spaces or activities through literature review and case studies. The study was carried out by direct observations, semi-structured interviews, and some research visits. Wide-Range research was accomplished on the adaptation of autism institution design strategies and sensory integration of spaces as the key study. This study is crucial to integrate summarize architectural design strategy with sensory integration through activities and spaces for providing a better environment for autism facilities.

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“…* Note: Modified for dissertation formatting. The full table will be published in (Ismael, N., Mische Lawson, L., & Hartwell, J. (2016).…”

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“…Besides learning more about the topic, I learned how to utilize the library resources, and how to collaborate with professionals in the library to complete this paper. This systematic review concluded that the evidence about the relationship between sensory processing and participation in ASD is limited and that more research is needed focusing on participation areas other than education and leisure (Ismael, Mische Lawson & Hartwell, 2016).…”

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Effects of Sensory Processing Patterns on Social Skills and Problem Behaviors

Ismael

Lawson

Dean

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The American Journal of Occupational Therapy

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Sensory processing affects daily life activities including social participation. Numerous research studies have examined the effects of sensory processing on socialization in children with conditions, while limited research examined these effects in children from the general population including typical children. Drawing from a national sample, this study included 54 children aged 3-14, and investigated how sensory processing patterns predicted social skills and problem behaviors. This study focused on shared sensory patterns rather than sensory patterns specific to children with conditions. Multiple linear regression models showed that sensory processing predicted social skills and problem behaviors with sensory avoiding having significant negative partial effect on the social skills outcome. Canonical correlation models revealed strong relationships between sensory processing patterns, and social skills and problem behaviors domains. Findings suggest sensory processing preferences should be considered for all children, not just those with conditions, to enhance social skills and reduce problem behaviors.Keywords: sensory processing, social behavior, adaptive behavior iv Acknowledgements My PhD study was a successful and a very special journey that I couldn't get through without the love and support from the people around me. It is hard for me to explain even a small piece of my gratitude which is beyond what can I write in this section. Many thanks to my parents, Taleb and Nihad, who always believed that one day I will be Dr. Noor! They were always very near, in my heart, surrounding me with love, protection and guidance. Many thanks to my brothers Mohamad, Abdulrahman and Omar, and my sister Sara for visits, phone calls, and wonderful gifts. Not to forget my in-law family for their love and support. I'm blessed to have my life partner and amazing husband Ala'a as a colleague in the same doctoral program. I have learned a lot from his experience in many courses. We always discuss our specialty differences in a way that enriches our knowledge. Together, we split our days to manage study, work, and watching our children! I'm very thankful for all his love, support and patience. I'm also thankful for our amazing children Abdallah and Zaina with their innocence, laughter and play times. They motivate me to finish my work on time to go back home to enjoy my time with them.

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Relationship Between Sensory Processing and Participation in Daily Occupations for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review of Studies That Used Dunn’s Sensory Processing Framework

Cited by 76 publications

References 26 publications

Rehabilitation in Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Look at Current Occupational Therapy Services in Iran

Rehabilitation in Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Look at Current Occupational Therapy Services in Iran

Architectural Design Strategies Of Sensory Integration Through Spaces For Autistic Children

Effects of Sensory Processing Patterns on Social Skills and Problem Behaviors

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