Brain Train Articles

Sensory behaviours

28th May 2020

Nancy Marin, Paediatric Occupational Therapist and ASD specialist, discusses the Sensory System and in particular the Vestibular and Proprioceptive systems which are critical for efficient motor planning and control.

Written by Justin Goddard

Practical tips for dealing with Tantrums and Meltdowns

26th May 2020

Tantrums and meltdowns – some practical tips on how to deal with them! Whilst there are similarities with how you deal with both tantrums and meltdowns, there are also some KEY DIFFERENCES and Aaron DeLand, Developmental Play Specialist from Play.Connect.Grow, takes us through some practical ways on how we could approach each situation in order to achieve the best outcome.

Written by Justin Goddard

Sensory Needs at Home

12th May 2020

Nancy Marin, Paediatric Occupational Therapist and ASD specialist in the US, provides some practical ideas on how to evaluate your home from a sensory standpoint; how to incorporate fun vestibular activities in the home; and using the sense of touch for calming.

Written by Justin Goddard

What is a neurodevelopmental program and how can it potentially support my child?

07th April 2020

The article recently published by Source Kids explains more about neuro-developmental and sensory-motor therapy which targets the consolidation of reflexes throughout the body whilst improving the efficiency of neuro-motor and sensory-motor pathways. When neural pathways become more efficient, then kids that are struggling, start to struggle a little less. Read on for more information about how our neuro-developmental program may help your child with Autism, ADHD, Sensory Processing Disorder and many other developmental challenges to transform their life and that of their family network.

Written by Justin Goddard