The Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders published research comparing the movement abilities of 91 children ages 6-10 with autism (28), ADHD (29) or typical development (34). The results indicated that children with autism or ADHD scored significantly lower than the control group on overall gross motor development, locomotor skills and object control skills. The […]
This will be the first post of a series on simple multisensory lessons. Traditionally, a classroom lesson is delivered as verbal or written material. The student relies on auditory and/ or visual input to understand the concepts. The student is expected to sit for extended periods of time and remain on task. For many of […]
The American Journal of Occupational Therapy published research on the relationship between ADHD, sensory overresponsivity and anxiety. Forty eight children in total were studied with and without ADHD. The children were assessed using the Sensory Over-Responsivity Inventory and the Revised Children’s Manifest Anxiety Scale (RCMAS). Results indicated that the children who had ADHD and sensory […]
Recent research in the Journal of Pediatrics reports on ADHD and enuresis (bedwetting). Enuresis in children with ADHD occurs at a higher rate but the cause for this is unknown. The researchers studied 344 children with ADHD ages 6-12 years old. Out of the 344 children, 16.9% had nocturnal enuresis. The 16.9% had more inattentive […]
The Journal of Pediatrics published research on children with ADHD (Type C) and sensory organization. The sensory organization of standing balance of 43 children with ADHD-C was compared to typically developing children. The children with ADHD-C scored significantly lower equilibrium scores, somatosensory, vestibular and visual ratios on the Sensory Organization Test(SOT). The largest difference was […]
Here is a great hand out to give to teachers to get students moving in the classroom. Just hit the print button!
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Previously, I have discussed how important physical activity is for school children (podcast, articles and blog posts). In my opinion, physical activities are being ignored as a potential reason for decreased test scores and behavioral problems in school districts. When children are made to sit all day long, they will act out, be inattentive and […]
Recent research in Abnormal Child Psychology reports on a study of 12 boys with ADHD were compared to 11 typically developing boys. All of the boys ages 8-12 years old wore actigraphs on their wrists and ankles during working memory tasks. The research indicated that all children moved more during working memory tasks but the […]
Quite a few classrooms in Minnesota are in the process of trying out stand up desks. These desks were created by a teacher and a furniture company two years ago. The desks are height adjustable. The children can stand, sit and swing their feet on the movable foot rest. This desk seems like a great […]