What do you think of sensory therapy, as a treatment for autism?

Question

What do you think of sensory therapy, as a treatment for autism?

Answer 1

whatever works, if it helps then why not?

Answer 2

Sensory therapy is helpful for several aspects of autism, but it is not a 'treatment' for autism itself. By itself it is not nearly as useful, and it is always better to use additional speech and occupational therapy, as well as a one-on-one interactive therapy such as ABA, DTT, or CBT.

However, used in conjunction with several therapies, it can relax a child with autism, stimulating their brains so that there isn't the sensory overload that makes all the other parts of life difficult. Our daughter does very well with her therapy.

Answer 3

It's the most important therapy. My son was diagnosed with ASD, & the neulogy who diagnosed him told me to make sure my son gets seansory therapy. I thank good for gaving me the best OT in this area. She not only treat my son, but she's always teaching me how to do the terapy @ home.

Answer 4

Anything that involves desensitising them.  Messy play with gluey stuff, toys with lights, sensory diet (massage with/out cream, joint compressions, etc.

Answer 5

I think the lapse of this has caused my son to become more aggressive. I can see a differance in him when this is applied and he is giving energy breaks....

Answer 6

It sounds like it works with some children and not with others.  If you have an autistic child it may be beneficial.  I would talk to a professional about it.

Answer 7

Sensory therapy is very helpful for a child with autism.  Some of the posters are saying to use gooey stuff and whatever.  It is to be designed for child specific needs.  Your childs needs are going to be different than someone elses.  It is an excellent resource and helpful for a child with sensory issues.

Answer 8

My daughter has autism and gets sensory therapy 5 times a day.  If we miss ANY at all she is a train wreck. I swear by it.  She has even learned now to do it herself if I have forgotten.

Answer 9

My 12 year old daughter who has aspergers wraps toilet paper around both of her arms tightly.  She say's it makes her feel better so I let her do it.  I think that she is dealing with her sensory issues herself which is a big step for her.  Her school doesn't do OT as often as they used to.