What is Sensory Processing Disorder?

A brief animated description of sensory processing disorder, for kids. A Spanish version is viewable at http://www.vimeo.com/17960257. The 12-year-old animator now operates www.videosbysam.com.

Category:

Film & Animation

Tags:

• kids
• sensory integration
• senses
• out of sync child

[lilatovcocktail]

This is really quite brilliant. Thanks so much!

[pollyhenri]

Truly excellent! Fantastic simple explination. I have sent this to family and friends and my daughter's OT.

[1234567898765432hi]

@whatyouneednigga k i understand thnx

[whatyouneednigga]

@1234567898765432hi all he did was make it understand able to everyone . adults are not the only ones who would want to watch this. you know Keep It Simple Stupid.

[etherraichu]

...I wish I had this kind...god that would be nice...nono instead, I hear things great. I See phenomenonally..

...And every single physical sensatioin causes massive pain. I cant even touch my torso without cringing, and thats me. its so worse with anyone else trying...Id cry if there was a point. Instead ive spent years trying to come to terms with this:

I will never eb able to know comforting physical contact. itll always be pain. It makes me want to throw up. I have to go play skyrim more.

[dotmusicwright]

Thank you for this video - I had never heard of SPD until my friend posted this video, explaining that one of her children has this disorder. It certainly helps me understand what's going on and will help me be more sensitive.

[imFlyPaper]

The Problem is the cure

[1234567898765432hi]

very good... but can u not make it for fucking elementary kids?.. im pretty sure older people would be looking at videos like these.. (in my opinion)

[conwaymom]

@herding123 So right. We are just learning about it ourselves so this helps the whole family understand him better (age 11) and now that he's watched it, he understands a little better why he is going to therapy.

[TheMuzykl1]

@g31n3z3w5k1 It's a matter of whether our processing falls within the range of "functional". We all have variable sensory systems, different learning styles, personal preferences and sensitivities. Most are able to control reactions & needs with regards to our sensory processes and function in the world. People with SPD fall well above or below the "bell curve" of what could be considered "average" or "unique", as their ability to function is impaired by their inability to process info.

[g31n3z3w5k1]

I some what disagree with the theory of this being a disorder, aren't those all traits that would define us as unique individuals in our own style of learning.. seems a bit conformed like something someone made up to fill there pockets

[ChildrenStrategies]

A complex topic made SIMPLE!

Many families of kids with Autism that I see in my clinical practice, learn to understand that bizarre behaviors often come from a Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). SPD is highly common in kids with Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, Down's syndrome, & other special needs. There is hope. Peace of mind is just around the corner. Ask your local health center for an Occupational Therapist specialized in SPD. Do something now. Earlier therapy is better than later.