Sensory integrative-based occupational therapy and functional outcomes in young children with pervasive developmental... - 0 views

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  #1 whitleyjo on 05 Oct 15

   

  This study focuses on using SI with children who have been diagnosed with PDD. Both participants displayed significant improvements in the areas of social interaction, approach to new activities, response to holding or hugging, and response to movement. Decreases were noted in the frequency and duration of disruptive behaviors (e.g., high activity levels, aggressive behaviors), with an increase in functional behaviors, such as spontaneous speech, purposeful play, and attention to activities and conversation.

   

  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This study focuses on using SI with children who have been diagnosed with PDD. Both participants displayed significant improvements in the areas of social interaction, approach to new activities, response to holding or hugging, and response to movement. Decreases were noted in the frequency and duration of disruptive behaviors (e.g., high activity levels, aggressive behaviors), with an increase in functional behaviors, such as spontaneous speech, purposeful play, and attention to activities and conversation.</div>

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