Managing a Hyperactive child
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Most of the children with Autism, Learning Disability and ADHD have some or other sensory issues varying from vestibular system to tactile to even oro motor system. Problem with sensory process and modulation results in various clinical outcomes. These symptoms include hyperactivity, attention deficit, poor understanding of verbal cues, preoccupation and poor sitting tolerance and so on. If the sensory issues are not managed they hamper the child learning process. Sensory diet works for the children who are hyperactive, tactile defensive, poor vision coordination, and other sensory issues. The child should be received with sensory information in structured way.
The plan should be designed with the assistance of Early interventionist or Occupational therapist. The children under 3 should get consultation with Early interventionist. The treatment plan includes:
Physical play like hopping, jumping, running or chasing games, swinging and swimming for the older children.
Tactile play with sand, paints, water, shaving form or froth and with textured toys
Symbolic play
Oro motor strengthening exercise like blowing, sipping smoothes, hard sucking, chewing etc
Vibration and deep pressure are calming and relaxing
Hand aerobics for hand fidgety and to reduce preoccupation
Divide the activities and schedule the child’s day according to the child’s need. Before any sitting work, provide for compressions and physical activities. this way the child will be more attentive and learn better.
Posted byNeeti at 10:56 PM
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