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Where Can I Find a Qualified Sensory Integration Therapist

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What Do Sensory Integration Therapists Do for Children with Autism?

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Question: What Do Sensory Integration Therapists Do for Children with Autism?
What exactly does a sensory integration therapist do? What kinds of outcomes can parents expect for their children with autism and sensory processing disorder?

Does My Child with Autism Have Sensory Processing Disorder?

About.com Article By: Lisa Jo Rudy

Many people with autism have sensory processing disorder. That is, they may be hyper-sensitive or under-sensitive to light, noise, and touch. For some people, these differences can be overwhelming, and as a result they are unable to take part in typical community activities. Ball games, movies, even church can feel like torture.