For a critique of sensory and auditory integration training methods
(among others) for autism, see:
http://www.srmhp.org/0101/autism.html
Given how enormously popular these methods are in OT departments (as you
note), it's surprising just how thin the research evidence is.
...Scott
DeVolder Carol L wrote:
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
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