Sensory-Sensitive Child

<p>In a book likely to transform how parents manage many of their child's daily struggles Drs. Smith and Gouze explain the central and frequently unrecognized role that sensory processing problems play in a child's emotional and behavioral difficulties. Practicing child psychologists and themselves parents of children with sensory integration problems their message is innovative practical and above all full of hope.</p><p>A child with sensory processing problems overreacts or underreacts to sensory experiences most of us take in stride. A busy classroom new clothes food smells sports activities even hugs can send such a child spinning out of control. The result can be heartbreaking: battles over dressing bathing schoolwork social functions holidays and countless other events. In addition the authors say many childhood psychiatric disorders may have an unidentified sensory component.</p><p>Readers Will Learn: </p><li>The latest scientific knowledge about sensory integration<li>How to recognize sensory processing problems in children and evaluate the options for treatment<li>How to prevent conflicts by viewing the child's world through a sensory lens<li>Strategies for handling sensory integration challenges at home at school and in twenty-first century kid culture<p> The result: a happier childhood a more harmonious family and a more cooperative classroom. This thoroughly researched useful and compassionate guide will help families start on a new path of empowerment and success.</p>