Sensory Integration

Sensory Integration is a neurological process that refers to the brain’s ability to organize and interpret sensory information from various sources in order to produce appropriate responses and behaviors. It allows individuals to make sense of the world around them by processing and integrating information from different sensory modalities, such as sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell.

Key concepts and principles of Sensory Integration include:

• Sensory Processing: This refers to the way the nervous system receives, interprets, and responds to sensory information. Sensory processing involves both automatic and conscious processes.
• Sensory Modulation: This is the ability to regulate and modulate responses to sensory stimuli. Individuals with sensory integration difficulties might overreact or underreact to sensory input, leading to challenges in adapting to their environment.
• Sensory Discrimination: This involves the ability to perceive and differentiate between different sensory stimuli. It includes the ability to distinguish between textures, temperatures, sounds, and other sensory characteristics.