Sensory processing disorder patterns and sensory integration intervention concepts tested on the NBCOT.
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- Who developed the original theory of sensory integration used widely in pediatric occupational therapy?
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A. Jean Ayres- What is the general definition of sensory integration?
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The neurological process of organizing sensory input from the body and environment to produce an adaptive, purposeful response- What are the three broad categories of sensory processing disorder?
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Sensory modulation disorder, sensory discrimination disorder, and sensory-based motor disorder- What subtype of sensory modulation disorder involves an exaggerated or prolonged response to typical sensory input?
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Sensory over-responsivity- What subtype of sensory modulation disorder involves a diminished or delayed response to sensory input?
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Sensory under-responsivity- What subtype of sensory modulation disorder involves actively seeking out intense or additional sensory input?
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Sensory craving (sensory seeking)- What term describes difficulty accurately interpreting the qualities or details of sensory input, such as distinguishing textures?
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Sensory discrimination disorder- What term describes motor planning difficulty tied to poor sensory processing, especially with novel or complex tasks?
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Dyspraxia (a sensory-based motor disorder)- What is the clinical term for the ability to plan and execute a novel, unfamiliar motor task?
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Praxis (motor planning)- What term describes an excessive, aversive reaction to light touch, sometimes causing avoidance of certain textures or clothing?
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Tactile defensiveness- What sensory system detects information about body position and movement through muscles and joints?
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The proprioceptive system- What sensory system, located in the inner ear, detects head movement, balance, and spatial orientation?
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The vestibular system- What term describes an excessive fear response to activities involving a change in head position or being off the ground, such as swinging?
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Gravitational insecurity- What individualized plan of specific sensory activities is designed to help a person maintain an optimal level of arousal throughout the day?
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A sensory diet- What term describes a task calibrated to be neither too easy nor too difficult, promoting an adaptive response during sensory integration therapy?
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