May 4, 2022
Sensory Integration theory, as discussed in this booklet, comes
from a body of work
developed by A. Jean Ayres, PhD, OTR. This theory has been further
developed and refined by the research of Dr. Ayres, and other
occupational and physical therapists. In addition, literature from
fields such as neuropsychology, neurology, physiology, child
development, and psychology has contributed to theory development
and treatment techniques.
Parents usually know and understand their children better than
anyone else. Therefore, they also know better than anyone else then
their children are struggling, stumbling, or suffering. This
booklet was written to provide information on why some of these
problems occur. It is also meant to help better understand the
reasons why some of the things parents do naturally are vital
to
fostering optimal development in their children. This booklet can
also be used to communicate with teachers, physicians, counselors,
therapists, and others, to help them understand some of the
behaviors of the children with whom they work.