Intervention:
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A comprehensive process that includes individual differences as it relates to the Greenspan DIR/Floortime Model Individual Differences will include an in-depth look at their sensory profile and assigning reasons for the different “behaviors” that may be observed. We focus on the reasons for behavior, which ultimately would change if targeted at the core of the issue.
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The DIR/Floortime model considers the stages of typical development, including the formation of abstract thinking, theory of mind and the art of play in early development
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Different layers of sensorimotor development are discussed as it relates to social-emotional development.
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Standardized testing as well as clinical observational norms are used
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All ages, from infant to adult
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From reflexes formed in utero to executive functioning
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Considers social and emotional functioning
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Connects developmental delay to behavior patterns from mild to extreme meltdown behavior.
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It is an extensive evaluation completed with selective carer over 2 direct hours, complimented by a range of questionnaires completed by the family. The comprehensive report will include recommendations that will serve as a roadmap of interventions with opportunities to meet with family / client on a regular basis to assess functional outcomes.
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As occupational therapists, we are not diagnosticians, but we certainly are the experts in sensory processing and developmental delay. Our evaluation supports the multiple facets of ASD, as well as sensory processing delays across the continuum of difficulties.
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