Sensory therapy helps children with autism

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Sensory therapy helps children with autism

Sensory integration therapy supports children with autism by improving their brain's ability to process sensory information, fostering better focus, behavior, and daily engagement.

Sensory integration therapy, a specialized occupational therapy, helps children with autism spectrum disorder manage overwhelming sensory inputs. Developed in the 1970s, it focuses on how the brain processes sensations like touch, sound, and movement. Many children with autism struggle with sensory sensitivities, affecting concentration and social interaction.

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