I went over the checklist and this is what I have checked off on the list. And after reading it I have alot more issues then I checked for Eliana. OH MY



TACTILE SENSE: input from the skin receptors about touch, pressure, temperature, pain, and movement of the hairs on the skin.


SIGNS OF TACTILE DYSFUNCTION:



1. HYPERSENSITIVITY TO TOUCH (tactile defensiveness):
__ becomes fearful, anxious or aggressive with light or unexpected touch
__ as an infant, did/does not like to be held or cuddled; may arch back, cry, and pull away
__ distressed when diaper is being, or needs to be, changed
__ resists friendly or affectionate touch from anyone besides parents or siblings (and sometimes them too!)
__ prefers hugs
__ excessively ticklish
__ distressed about having face washed
__ distressed about having hair, toenails, or fingernails cut
__ resists brushing teeth and is extremely fearful of the dentist
__ is a picky eater, only eating certain tastes and textures; mixed textures tend to be avoided as well as hot or cold foods; resists trying new foods

2. HYPOSENSITIVITY TO TOUCH (under-responsive):
__ may not be aware that hands or face are dirty or feel his/her nose running
__ repeatedly touches surfaces or objects that are soothing (i.e., blanket)
__ seeks out surfaces and textures that provide strong tactile feedback
__ thoroughly enjoys and seeks out messy play
__ craves vibrating or strong sensory input


VESTIBULAR SENSE: input from the inner ear about equilibrium, gravitational changes, movement experiences, and position in space.



SIGNS OF VESTIBULAR DYSFUNCTION:




1. HYPERSENSITIVITY TO MOVEMENT (over-responsive):
__ may physically cling to an adult they trust
__ as an infant, may never have liked baby swings or jumpers
__ may have disliked being placed on stomach as an infant
__ loses balance easily and may appear clumsy

2. HYPOSENSITIVITY TO MOVEMENT (under-responsive):

__ in constant motion, can't seem to sit still
__ craves fast, spinning, and/or intense movement experiences
__ loves being tossed in the air
__ is a "thrill-seeker"; dangerous at times

3. POOR MUSCLE TONE AND/OR COORDINATION:
__ fatigues easily!
__ has poor body awareness; bumps into things, knocks things over, trips, and/or appears clumsy
__ seems to be unsure about how to move body during movement, for example, stepping over something

PROPRIOCEPTIVE SENSE: input from the muscles and joints about body position, weight, pressure, stretch, movement, and changes in position in space.



SIGNS OF PROPRIOCEPTIVE DYSFUNCTION:




1. SENSORY SEEKING BEHAVIORS:

__ seeks out jumping, bumping, and crashing activities
__ loves to be tightly wrapped in many or weighted blankets, especially at bedtime
__ loves/seeks out "squishing" activities
__ enjoys bear hugs
__ loves pushing/pulling/dragging objects
__ chews on pens, straws, shirt sleeves etc.




SIGNS OF AUDITORY DYSFUNCTION: (no diagnosed hearing problem)




1. HYPERSENSITIVITY TO SOUNDS (auditory defensiveness):
__ startled with or distracted by loud or unexpected sounds
__ frequently asks people to be quiet; i.e., stop making noise, talking, or singing
__ may decide whether they like certain people by the sound of their voice

2. HYPOSENSITIVITY TO SOUNDS (under-registers):
__ appears oblivious to certain sounds



SIGNS OF ORAL INPUT DYSFUNCTION:




1. HYPERSENSITIVITY TO ORAL INPUT (oral defensiveness):

__ picky eater, often with extreme food preferences; i.e., limited repertoire of foods, picky about brands, resistive to trying new foods or restaurants, and may not eat at other people's houses)
__ may only eat "soft" or pureed foods past 24 months of age
__ may gag with textured foods
__ has difficulty with sucking, chewing, and swallowing; may choke or have a fear of choking

2. HYPOSENSITIVITY TO ORAL INPUT (under-registers)

__ may lick, taste, or chew on inedible objects
__ frequently chews on hair, shirt, or fingers
__ constantly putting objects in mouth past the toddler years


SIGNS OF OLFACTORY DYSFUNCTION (smells):


SIGNS OF VISUAL INPUT DYSFUNCTION (no diagnosed visual deficit):





1. HYPERSENSITIVITY TO VISUAL INPUT (over-responsiveness)

__ sensitive to bright lights; will squint, cover eyes, cry and/or get headaches from the light
__ has difficulty keeping eyes focused on task/activity he/she is working on for an appropriate amount of time
__ easily distracted by other visual stimuli in the room; i.e., movement, decorations, toys, windows, doorways etc.
__ enjoys playing in the dark

2. HYPOSENSITIVITY TO VISUAL INPUT (under-responsive or difficulty with tracking, discrimination, or perception):
__ difficulty controlling eye movement to track and follow moving objects
__ difficulty judging spatial relationships in the environment; i.e., bumps into objects/people or missteps on curbs and stairs


AUDITORY-LANGUAGE PROCESSING DYSFUNCTION:
__ bothered by loud, sudden, metallic or high-pitched sounds




SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL, PLAY, AND SELF-REGULATION DYSFUNCTION:



SOCIAL:
__ others have a hard time interpreting child's cues, needs, or emotions
__ does not seek out connections with familiar people


EMOTIONAL:
__ difficulty accepting changes in routine (to the point of tantrums)
__ gets easily frustrated
__ variable and quickly changing moods; prone to outbursts and tantrums
__ prefers to play on the outside,
__ difficulty appropriately making needs known


SELF-REGULATION:

__ excessive irritability, fussiness or colic as an infant
__ can't calm or soothe self through pacifier, comfort object, or caregiver
__ can't go from sleeping to awake without distress
__ requires excessive help from caregiver to fall asleep; i.e., rubbing back or head, rocking, long walks, or car rides


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Hi Jeannette, I just wanted to let you know that Janette may not see this for some time as she is taking a much deserved break from the boards right now. If you'd like I can email her this link so she can take a peek if she gets a chance.

that would be great....thanks

she posted to one of mine yesterday and said she'd keep an eye out for this one. i'm sure she would love to read it.

thanks again Sara









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Ahh ok so maybe she'll catch it. Just incase I'll email it to her. ;)

thanks sara















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Thanks so much, Sara!

Yes Jeannette, it sounds like you've found a definite connection to some of Eliana's difficulties. I would bring it up with her OT. (S)he should be able to help with it.

Does Eliana have a diagnosis of any kind at this point? What other difficulties, besides the delayed speech, as you seeing?















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Her OT will be visiting Monday and ST on Friday. I've printed this out for him. I guess nno diagnosis really except what is in my siggy. Not sure if there is anything else I see. You know us mother's don't see anything wrong with out child. Off to the opthalmologist ... Eliana's eyes are crossing more then they have been.

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Thanks so much, Sara!

Yes Jeannette, it sounds like you've found a definite connection to some of Eliana's difficulties. I would bring it up with her OT. (S)he should be able to help with it.

Does Eliana have a diagnosis of any kind at this point? What other difficulties, besides the delayed speech, as you seeing?















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Her OT will be visiting Monday and ST on Friday. I've printed this out for him. I guess nno diagnosis really except what is in my siggy. Not sure if there is anything else I see. You know us mother's don't see anything wrong with out child. Off to the opthalmologist ... Eliana's eyes are crossing more then they have been.
It's also harder first time around to know if something's wrong. About the crossed eye, is it being patched and is she wearing glasses? You'll want to have the doctor check Eliana's 3D vision, if it's possible at that young age. It's quite likely that she can't see in 3D, especially if the eye has been crossing since birth. This is a skill that is learned in the first 2-3 months of life, and would explain her balance issues and probably more.

her eyes started crossing at 11-12 months old ... she had an appt. in January at 13 1/2 months and he said to keep an eye on it. today she said since she is crossing more and she can see it ... she wants to try glasses and if that doesn't work surgery ... I didn't see your message before I left ... tomorrow I'll be calling to see where I can go that accepts Eliana's insurance .... thanks Janette








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her eyes started crossing at 11-12 months old ... she had an appt. in January at 13 1/2 months and he said to keep an eye on it. today she said since she is crossing more and she can see it ... she wants to try glasses and if that doesn't work surgery ... I didn't see your message before I left ... tomorrow I'll be calling to see where I can go that accepts Eliana's insurance .... thanks Janette
Sorry you didn't catch the post on time. I was typing really quickly since you were still on-line. Darn! Since her eyes didn't start crossing until later, her 3D vision should be fine. Before going the surgery route, though, I'd try patching with the glasses.

thanks Janette replied to your other reply on my other post :-)




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