Developing Leisure Time Skills for People with Autism Spectrum Disorders (Revised & Expanded)

Developing Leisure Time Skills for People with Autism Spectrum Disorders (Revised & Expanded): Tactile Support for Sensory Integration and Therapeutic Use

The Developing Leisure Time Skills for People with Autism Spectrum Disorders (Revised & Expanded) provides tactile sensory input that supports focus, fine motor skills, and self-regulation. DEVELOPING LEISURE TIME SKILLS FOR PEOPLE WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS:  PRACTICAL STRATEGIES FOR HOME, SCHOOL & THE COMMUNITY
Author(S): Colleen Nyberg, Phyllis Coyne, Mary Lou Klagge
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Therapeutic Benefits

• Primary sensory input: Tactile — supports focus, fine motor skills, and self-regulation
• Self-regulation — helps students manage their sensory needs for improved focus and participation

Ideal For

• Settings: Classrooms, sensory rooms, OT clinics, home use
• Supports students with: Autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, sensory processing differences
• IEP goal areas: Academic participation, fine motor, attending to task, social skills
• Ages: 250

How to Use

Introduce gradually and observe the student’s response. Your occupational therapist can help determine the best way to integrate this into each student’s sensory plan and IEP goals.

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