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Auditory dysfunction, also known as auditory processing disorder (APD) or central auditory processing disorder (CAPD), is a condition that affects the brain's ability to process and interpret auditory information effectively. It is important to understand the historical and current understanding of auditory dysfunction to provide a comprehensive perspective.

The concept of auditory dysfunction has been recognized for several decades. In the mid-20th century, researchers began to notice that some individuals had difficulties in processing auditory information despite having normal hearing sensitivity. However, it wasn't until the late 20th century that auditory dysfunction started to gain more attention and understanding.

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Sensory integration therapy for Dysfunction

Proprioceptive dysfunction, also known as proprioceptive processing disorder, is a condition that affects an individual's ability to sense and process information about their body's position and movement. This sensory processing disorder can have a significant impact on a person's motor skills, coordination, and overall functioning.

Individuals with proprioceptive dysfunction may struggle with activities that require precise movements, such as tying shoelaces, buttoning clothes, or using utensils. They may also have difficulty judging force and pressure, leading to challenges in activities like holding a pencil or throwing a ball.

It refers to structures within the inner ear (the semi-circular canals) that detect movement and changes in the position of the head. The vestibular system tells you when your head is upright or tilted, even with your eyes closed. Dysfunction of the vestibular system can manifest symptomatically as vertigo, nausea, vomiting, visual disturbance, hearing changes, and various cognitive deficits.
Signs:
- Avoids playground equipment like swings, ladders, slides, or merry-go-round
- Prefers sedentary tasks, moves slowly and cautiously
- Avoids elevators and escalators or prefers sitting while on them, might get motion sickness too
- Afraid of heights, fearful of going up and down the stairs
- Loses balance quickly, and avoids rapid or rotating moments
- Hypersensitive kids will show opposite signs of being in constant motion, craving fast, spinning, rotating, using a swivel chair for a long duration, rocking body or shaking a leg/head while sitting
Sensory integration:
- Swinging slowly to and fro, encourage the kid to sit on a low swing
- Ride on bikes whenever possible
- Encourage slow bounce on trampoline or bed or mattress
- Slow rolling on a therapy ball
- Walking through an obstacle course
- For hyposensitive kids, play games like Freeze Dance (stop-start activities), use the swing in the playground, run along a target, including swimming, balancing/jumping/walking/acting with eyes closed.
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The word “tactile” refers to the sense of touch, and tactile dysfunction (also known as tactile sensitivity) is a form of sensory dysfunction that causes that sense to be heightened to discomfort or even pain. Children with tactile dysfunction feel certain sensations more strongly than most people do. What might be a minor annoyance to one person can be extremely uncomfortable for someone with tactile sensitivity.
Kids with tactile sensitivity might show the following signs:
· Complaining about clothing or shoes, even though they seem to fit fine and are made of fabrics that are usually comfortable
· Objecting to having their hair cut or combed, or having their teeth brushed
· Dislikes getting dirty, dislikes activities such as finger painting or playing with “squishy” art supplies such as modeling dough or clay
· Appearing to be “picky eaters” because certain food textures are hard to tolerate
· Flinching or turning away when the wind blows against their face
· Complaining about mild changes in temperature: feeling too hot or too cold when the air is temperate.
It’s important to note that children who have tactile dysfunction aren’t just being demanding or picky.
Therapy for hypersensitive to touch:
· Set up a texture board with different texture pieces.
· Use slime, shaving form for liquid exposure
· Use deep pressure technique and a handheld massager for giving a gentle massage.
· Rub body brush on feet or artificial grass mat for walking purposes.
· Use the tight tuck technique with a sheet or blanket for compression.
· Hug the kid every now and then, gradually increasing the time.
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Autism is something not new to the world. It has always been a part of society. As per a study conducted last year, 1 in every 100 kids below 10 years of age has Autism. The earliest recorded detection of Autism in India dates to 1944 when the English came up with the definition of the disorder. Over time the number increase does not necessarily mean cases increase, it is also because autism has been converted into a spectrum and many patterns have been added to it.
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Brushing, nail cutting, and hair cutting are such activities that happen at regular intervals. It becomes a challenge if the kid is tactile hypersensitive.
For brushing, you may start with a simulator toothbrush, as shown in the video. You may begin by giving a simulation on the lips and gradually move to the inner cheeks. You will need to increase the time duration gradually. Once the kid becomes familiar with the simulator, you may move to the toothbrush. Make sure to use swallow-safe toothpaste.
For the nail cutting, as suggested by Dr. Amit, you may keep the clipper on the nail tip for 8-10 seconds for simulation, this must be repeated 3-4 times a day such that kids become comfortable. Later you may cut the nails as you observe the kid getting easygoing.
For the haircut, the handheld massager can be used to simulate and to give light vibrations on the head such that it emulates the hair clipper.
Note: The simulation is not a one-time activity, this must be repeated 3-4 times a day.
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Every parent is blessed with a sixth sense when it comes to observing kids. Parents are the first observers of any kid's behavior and 95% of the parents can identify if the kid needs help of some sort.
This sixth will help and guide you throughout the life. I was able to identify the need to help during initial days and now this sense helps me while working with my son. Additionally, the important thing here is not giving up on the kid. The target is to make them learn and be independent where one should remove the support over the period.
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It is not uncommon for people from all walks of life to feel sad or lonely at times. Everyone at one time or another will have the blues; with the blues, you can bounce back relatively quickly. You will not dwell on the situation and can focus on getting out of the slump. This could take some time, but it won’t linger if you try.
Boosting your mood and helping yourself feel more positive is a great thing to do, no matter how tough life can be. I also feel sad and lonely at times and have set some ground rules for those days too.
- It must not last for more than 5-10 mins.
- These 5-10 minutes must not occur day, occasionally is fine.
- When needed, talk to friends, or meet them personally.
- Sing along to a favorite piece of music
- Watch an episode of a classic comedy does the trick at times.
- Get close to nature, take a walk in the park barefoot.
- Eat dark chocolates (not my favorite though)
- Cook, bake, eat your favorite food
- Do anything that makes you feel better
- Bounce back for sure
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As parents, we often go overboard in trying to give our children the best of everything. However, knowingly, or unknowingly, we also tend to demand a lot from them. We tend to commit the same mistakes when we ourselves become parents and set unrealistic, unachievable expectations for our children. We must expect something from the child based on one’s ability, capability, and level of expertise.
As parents and caregivers, we need to understand that an associated life’s pace and must adjust accordingly. It is needed to appreciate the baby steps that one is taking toward life.
I can appreciate my son’s achievements because I tend to look for opportunities and the small tasks, he does without taking him for granted. He puts something back on the table, informs me about his needs, indicates food, and takes me to the washroom to help him these all are his everyday milestones which I celebrate.
I do not compare my son with others nor do I ask other parents about their kid's milestones for comparison. The basic rule is, Children are different and must not be loaded with expectations.
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