Who Can Benefit From A Compression Sheet?
Sensory compression sheet offers deep touch pressure (like a hug), which helps regulate the nervous system. Deep touch pressure releases serotonin which then turns into melatonin, leading to deeper, more restful sleep.
10 Benefits of Weighted Vests for Children with Autism
A weighted vest provides deep touch pressure (DTP) or proprioceptive which has a calming, organizing effect on the child and occupational therapists often recommend the wearables as part of a comprehensive sensory diet to help children with autism who have sensory processing disorder or self-regulation difficulties.
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Benefits and Uses of Weighted Vests for Autism
A weighted vest is a garment worn over clothing with extra weight added within the vest. This is done either by using heavy fabric or filling the vest’s pockets with weighted objects such as steel bars or sandbags. It is designed to add between five to ten percent of a person’s body weight.
Sensory Rooms at World Cup Stadiums Help Create Memorable Experience for Fans with Special Needs
The SC, FIFA and the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 LLC have worked together closely to prioritise accessibility throughout tournament preparations, in line with the FIFA Sustainability Strategy.
12 Days of Christmas - Top Tips for a Kid-Friendly Holiday Season
Top Tips for a Kid-Friendly Holiday Season 🎁❤️🎄🎅🌟
We know the holidays can be stressful. Here are our top tips to help keep everyone happy this holiday season!
How to Enjoy The Festive Christmas Season with Autistic Children
Watch Autism Mom, Alison, and Learn Autism’s Occupational Therapist, Sarah Norris, for this fun conversation about navigating Holidays and how to help your child with Autism have the most fun.
