Sensory Integration Flashcards
who first introduced sensory processing?
Jean Ayres
the sensory system consists of ____ areas
7 or 8 if include proprioception
the sensory system works in a ____ feedback loop to regulate and make sensory information
continuous
what is the main cause of sensory integration dysfunction?
neurological immaturity or difference in brain processing
what is the BEHAVIORAL MANIFESTATION of sensory processing which leads to modulation and praxis?
sensory processing
what is a neurophysiologic term that reflects the reception, modulation, integration, and organization of sensory stimuli?
sensory processing
sensory modulation disorder subtypes?
sensory over-responsivity
sensory under-responsivity
sensory seeking
sensory-based motor disorder subtypes?
dyspraxia
postural disorders
sensory discrimination disorder subtypes?
visual
auditory
tactile
taste/smell
position/movement
poor body awareness (proprioception) results in what for sensory seeking?
clumsiness, difficulty with posture (leaning), using too much or too little pressure
poor body awareness (proprioception) results in what for sensory avoidance?
unable to predict others’ behavior
general muscle tone is controlled by ____ tract
vestibular spinal
difficulties with processing vestibular info can result in
low muscle tone
poor balance
improper reactions to mvmnt
uncoordination
toe walking
decreased trunk rotation
lack of visual scanning
sedentary (avoid activities)
which tract includes the ability to conform to objects and pressure?
DCML
difficulties with tactile can result in
fine motor skill issues
handwriting difficulties
avoid certain foods, textures, clothing
hypersensitive to unexpected touch
the visual system works in coordination with the _____ system
visual
a child that is hesitant to do stairs or go on playground equipment may have ____ issues
visual
the auditory system has an indirect connection to the ___ system
limbic
________ receptors are DIRECTLY connected to the limbic system
olfactory
what is interoception?
the perception of the state of the body;
phenomenological experience of the body state; sensations from the viscera
ex: pain, hunger, heartbeat, temp, constipation
interoception is a product of the _____ system
CNS
_____ is a uniquely human skills that allows us to interact effectively with the physical world
praxis
what is one of the most critical links between brain and behavior?
praxis
T/F: praxis equals motor skill
F
