When working with children who have sensory processing disorders (SPD), occupational therapists (OTR) will utilize a wholesome approach by providing sensory-based treatments, relationship-based interventions, developmental skill-based programs, and parent education (Case-Smith & Arbesman, 2008). A current challenge in the field of occupational therapy is many therapists may not have ample time to engage in their therapy sessions as well as allow time for parent education on SPD. The purpose of this Doctoral Capstone project is to work one-on-one with parents to educate and empower them to implement sensory strategies to their children. The student utilized interviews and observations to create a sensory diet for the parents. Sensory diets were reviewed by the child's OTR before being given to the parents. The diets were discussed and modified with the help of the parents each week until an effective and appropriate schedule was complete. Each family that participated in the program reported it to be effective for their family as a whole.

Creator

• Fritz, Allison

Contributors

• McGann, Taylor

Publisher

• University of Indianapolis

Language

• en

Identifier

• Fritz, A Effectiveness of SI Education PDF1.pdf

Keyword

• Health Sciences

• Occupational Therapy

Date created

• 2018-08

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• http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/