Understanding The Sensory System And The Importance Of “Sensory Pathways”
by Timothy D. Davis, Ph.D.
Posts about Sensory Pathways 101 w/ Dr. Tim Davis:
Sensory Essentials: Vestibular/Tactile/Proprioceptive Senses
We have eight senses - yes, eight - that help us in every aspect of our daily lives. However, for the purpose of this article, it is important to recognize that there are three senses that are absolutely essential to helping children self-regulate – they are Tactile, Vestibular, and Proprioception.
The Science Behind The Senses of Sensory Play
Most kids love to move when engaging in sensory play. In fact, we all do - but what we do with that information in our brain can be affected by a whole host of factors.
Difficulty With Self-Regulation + The Importance Of Sensory Motor Skills
Kids who have trouble with tactile, proprioception or the vestibular senses often struggle with motor skills that require midline crossing and motor planning. In addition, these same children may have difficulty managing impulsive behavior or responding appropriately to the stimuli in the...