Sensory Integration Dysfunction

[DeVolder Carol L]

Colleagues, I know that I've asked about this before, but I am so frustrated that I am asking again. Do any of you know anything about Sensory Integration Dysfunction? When I look for information, I find many enthusiastic reports on how successful it is in treating autism, and how it is an essential component of occupational therapy. It seems like pseudoscience to me, but I haven't been able to support my position yet. When I go to Quackwatch, I find information about auditory integration, but not sensory integration dysfunction in general. I also don't know how to handle it if it turns out that I am correct (about it being a pseudoscience). My university has an occupational therapy program and they make extensive use of the literature in support of SID. I routinely have students tell me how amazing it is. There are a number of products designed to treat SID (weighted blankets, special toys, workshops, etc.). I know how to deal with it if it turns out I'm wrong, but... Thanks for any help or insight anyone can offer.   Carol   Carol DeVolder, Ph.D. Professor of Psychology Chair, Department of Psychology St. Ambrose University Davenport, Iowa  52803 phone: 563-333-6482 e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] --- You are currently subscribed to tips as: archive@jab.org To unsubscribe send a blank email to [EMAIL PROTECTED]