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Understanding your child’s sensory responses
An exploration of sensory responses and how they affect participation in everyday life.
When the case history raises a sensory question, a profile may be proposed. Interviews, questionnaires and observations help describe responses to sensory input, how these vary across settings and how they affect participation. The findings help identify possible adjustments and cannot, on their own, establish a diagnosis.
Everyday situations worth discussing
Some children find particular sounds, clothing or touch uncomfortable; others seek more movement or sensory input. These responses need to be understood in context. The question is how they affect activities such as getting dressed, playing or taking part at school.
Conversations, questionnaires and observation
The first meeting helps identify the situations that concern you. A sensory profile may then be suggested if it is relevant. Conversations, questionnaires and observations describe responses to sensory input and how they vary between settings, without defining your child by a category.
Using the findings in daily life
The findings are considered alongside your child’s participation in everyday activities. They help us discuss possible adjustments to situations and environments in light of the needs observed. If there are also questions about coordination or motor skills, a psychomotor assessment may be worth considering.
The limits of a sensory profile
A sensory profile cannot, on its own, diagnose autism or another condition. It does not mean that a particular treatment method is indicated. Any next steps depend on your concerns, the impact on daily life and the support that can appropriately be offered.
Consultations take place at Centre ZigZag, Avenue Louise 524, 1050 Ixelles, Brussels. They are offered in French and English only.