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(2024) Darwin, 11, Explains SPD
February-April 2024 issue of Autism Digest.
In the revised chapter book, “The Out-of-Sync Family: A Story about Sensory Differences,” Darwin (age 11) introduces SPD to children and other newbies. Read an excerpt published in “Autism Digest.”
Read More(2023) David A. Bainbridge Uses His SPD to Design Better Buildings
Rather than getting in the way, SPD can lead the way to solutions for the greater good, such as creating work environments with healthy air, light, and space.
Read More(2023) “I’m Allergic to Apples” and Other Excuses: Nonsensical or Intelligent?
August-October issue of Autism Digest.
To get along at home and school without upsetting everyone, children with SPD come up with brilliant excuses to avoid uncomfortable situations. Let’s strive to understand the underlying reasons for their behavior and applaud them for being so smart!
Read More(2023) SPD’s Effect on Sleeping
May-July issue of Autism Digest.
Read about how sensory processing differences affect children’s ability to fall asleep and stay asleep, and find some helpful suggestions.
Read More(2023) SPD’s Effect on Toileting
February-April issue of Autism Digest.
Remind yourself about how sensory processing differences affect children’s toileting, and learn some suggestions to help.
Read More(2022) SPD’S Effect On Eating
November-January issue of Autism Digest.
Read about how sensory processing challenges can affect eating, and find some suggestions to help out-of-sync children who are picky eaters.
Read More(2022) That Pesky D in SPD
August-September issue of Autism Digest.
Time to change the “D” in “SPD”! Sensory Processing Differences is more accurate and inclusive than the terms Sensory Processing Disorder or Dysfunction. The fact that a child avoids swings or craves messy play may mean that she processes senses atypically, not that she is abnormal, has mental illness, or can’t function in daily life.
Read More(2022) Luke’s Family Shares A SECRET: Problem-Solving with Lucy Jane Miller’s Method
May-July issue of Autism Digest (formerly Autism Asperger’s Sensory Digest).
Luke wanted to join his classmates’ overnight camping trip but knew the sensory overload would be too challenging. Using the problem-solving method called A SECRET, he and his OT, parents and teacher made modifications that let Luke attend and enjoy the outing. Learn how you can make small changes that make a big difference in a child’s daily life.
Read More(2022) Jeffrey: From Worrisome Childhood to Wonderful Adulthood
February-April issue of Autism Asperger’s Sensory Digest.
Jeffrey has mild autism. Read about some of the highs and lows in his life, from baby days through toddler years, elementary school and high school days, and now his college experience.
Read More(2021) Spencer Figures It Out
November 2021-January 2022 issue of Autism Asperger’s Sensory Digest.
Spencer overcomes boyhood Lyme disease and sensory processing challenges, becoming a healthy, energetic young man, eager to use his skills as an embedded hardware engineer.
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