‘Sensory challenges, movement, and ADHD‘

Marga is a registered paediatric occupational therapist with extensive experience in sensory integration therapy, early childhood development and learning issues.  Qualifications include B.Occupational Therapy, M.Sc (OT research), post-graduate training in Sensory Integration Techniques and numerous other courses and workshops.  She is competent in supporting children and adults with sensory processing problems on the ASD spectrum, learning challenges, developmental delays and paediatric mental health issues. 

CoordiKids is her brainchild.  CoordiKids provides home, kindergarten, and school options developed to provide services to as many children as possible.  Online courses are an easy way to reach many children and their families.  Under the umbrella of CoordiKids, Marga created a Telehealth platform to support families and children. 

Sensory challenges compromise attention and inhibitory control.  True or false?

Sensory challenges include sensitivities, seeking or avoiding specific sensations, motor and coordination challenges, and emotional regulation. 

Sensory seekers, sensory avoiders and coordination, use specific movement patterns to regulate their bodies and improve attention to a task.

 In this presentation, Marga will explain how to support your child or yourself by using sensory processing, including movements, to regulate the body towards homeostasis and excellent attention.