Most Popular Books by Lindsey Biel

Equipping clinicians with “sensory smarts” to treat their child clients. Many children, teens, and even adults experience sensory processing challenges including out-of-proportion reactions to certain sensory experiences that most of us find commonplace. These challenges can range from mild to severe—from difficulty tolerating fluorescent lights and discomfort with certain clothing textures, to fight-or-flight reactions to unexpected or loud noises such as sirens or automatic hand dryers, or such strong oral sensitivities that the individual can tolerate eating just a few foods. They may struggle with one or more “sensory channels," or, more often, be quickly overwhelmed by the demand to process multisensory input (especially in busy environments with competing sights, sounds, and smells), leading to poor self-regulation, acting out, and tuning out. Sensory challenges, sometimes referred to as Sensory Processing Disorder when they interfere with daily function, are frequently seen in tandem with autism, anxiety, attention disorders, oppositional defiant disorder, and other diagnoses. This book equips clinicians with all the information they need to know to recognize and understand sensory sensitivities; connect the dots between behavior and underlying sensory processing problems; when to refer and collaborate with sensory processing professionals; and essential “sensory smart” strategies that can help clients feel and function at their best at home, in school, and in the community.

A fully revised edition of the most comprehensive guide to sensory processing challenges "At last, here are the insights and answers parents have been searching for." —Dr. Temple Grandin For children with sensory difficulties—those who struggle process everyday sensations and exhibit unusual behaviors such as avoiding or seeking out touch, movement, sounds, and sights—this groundbreaking book is an invaluable resource. Sensory processing challenges affect all kinds of kind—from those with developmental delays, learning and attenion issues, or autism spectrum disorder to those without any other issues. Now in its third edition, Raising a Sensory Smart Child is even more comprehensive and helpful than ever. In this book, you''ll learn: * How the 8 senses (yes, 8!) are supposed to work together and what happens when they don''t * Practical solutions for daily challenges-from brushing teeth to getting dressed to handling holiday gatherings * Strategies for managing sensitivities to noise, smell textures, and more * "Sensory diet" activities that help meet sensory needs, with new ideas for kids, teens, adults, and families * Parenting tips for handling discipline, transitions, and behavioral issues * How to practically and emotionally support children and teens with autism and sensory issues * Ways to advocate for your child at school and make schools more "sensory smart" * How to help your child with sensory issues use technology effectively and responsibly * Ways to empower your child and teen in the world * Where to get the best professional help and complementary therapies ***WINNER of the NAPPA GOLD AWARD and iPARENTING MEDIA AWARD***

«Por fin, aquí están las ideas y respuestas que los padres estaban buscando para ayudar a sus hijos a afrontar y superar los problemas sensoriales». —Dra. Temple Grandin Infancia sensorialmente inteligente ha sido premiado en EE.UU. con el National Parenting Publications Gold Award y el iParenting Media Award. Los problemas de procesamiento sensorial afectan a todo tipo de personas, desde las que tienen retrasos en el desarrollo, problemas de aprendizaje y atención, diagnósticos del espectro autista, hasta las que no tienen ningún otro problema. Este libro está concebido para ayudar a padres, madres, docentes y terapeutas a comprender y trabajar con el funcionamiento inadecuado del sistema sensorial de niños y niñas. Las autoras nos enseñan cómo se supone que los ocho sentidos (sí, ocho) funcionan juntos y qué ocurre cuando no lo hacen. Leyendo Infancia sensorialmente inteligente, aprenderás a... Determinar qué comportamientos son atípicos, mediante una lista de comprobación sensorial y un nuevo modo de observar los problemas. Reconocer la hiperestimulación (o subestimulación) neurológica y saber que ayudar al cuerpo de tu hijo mejora su modo de comportarse. Aumentar la capacidad de niños y niñas de tolerar sensaciones y situaciones perturbadoras en casa, en la escuela y en el vecindario. Sintonizar con las necesidades sensoriales singulares de niños y niñas y ayudarles a encontrar modos aceptables de satisfacerlas. Aplicar estrategias que ayuden a tu hijo, disminuyan los comportamientos difíciles de manejar y lo capaciten para afrontar los complicados retos de la vida. Abordar problemas de tipo oral-motor, como el retraso en el habla y los problemas de alimentación. Lidiar con retrasos del desarrollo, problemas de aprendizaje y desorganización. Mejorar el hogar, incluyendo los juguetes y el material adecuados. Maneras de apoyar emocionalmente y empoderar a niños, niñas y adolescentes con autismo y problemas sensoriales.