Snoezelen Rooms / Multi Sensory Spaces
“A person doesn't have to be on the autism spectrum to be affected by sensory issues.” (Grandin, Temple)
Sensory sensitivities play a role in many peoples lives, whether they have been diagnosed with it or completely unaware that their senses affect them in certain situations. By receiving sensory input at regular intervals throughout the day, it provides the nervous system stimulation to organize what the senses are absorbing. The input calms the nervous system and allows the body to stay controlled. “Calming sensory activities such as deep pressure under a heavy mat or slow swinging may reduce sensory scrambling and help information to get through to the brain.”**
According to Occupational Therapist, Karyl VanMuers-Juergens***, deep compression has the same effect on those without SPD. Serotonin released from the deep compression will create a sense of calm and aid relaxation. My work is oriented more toward the balance of a stimulated calm and alert for the viewer and participants while in the environment.
**Biel, Lindsey, and Nancy K. Peske. Raising a Sensory Smart Child: The Definitive Handbook for Helping Your Child with Sensory Processing Issues. New York, NY: Penguin, 2009. Print.
***(www.astepaheadpt.com/ASAPT/staff.html)
Sensory sensitivities play a role in many peoples lives, whether they have been diagnosed with it or completely unaware that their senses affect them in certain situations. By receiving sensory input at regular intervals throughout the day, it provides the nervous system stimulation to organize what the senses are absorbing. The input calms the nervous system and allows the body to stay controlled. “Calming sensory activities such as deep pressure under a heavy mat or slow swinging may reduce sensory scrambling and help information to get through to the brain.”**
According to Occupational Therapist, Karyl VanMuers-Juergens***, deep compression has the same effect on those without SPD. Serotonin released from the deep compression will create a sense of calm and aid relaxation. My work is oriented more toward the balance of a stimulated calm and alert for the viewer and participants while in the environment.
**Biel, Lindsey, and Nancy K. Peske. Raising a Sensory Smart Child: The Definitive Handbook for Helping Your Child with Sensory Processing Issues. New York, NY: Penguin, 2009. Print.
***(www.astepaheadpt.com/ASAPT/staff.html)
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