Balance/movement - Sensory Processing

What you might notice:

• Look unwell or clammy after a movement activity, or a sudden change in their mood
• Prefer activities that do not involve movement / avoid movement activities
• Dislike heights
• Dislike travelling on escalators or lifts.

• Prepare for the movement
• Slow down movements
• Offer a choice of movement activities, to encourage participation.

Important: Vestibular input is powerful and can affect the nervous system quickly. What's regulating for one person can be overwhelming for another. Be cautious.

What you might notice:

• Not get dizzy when spun around
• Difficult to distinguish between slow and fast movements or when they are changing direction
• Seeking extra movement or may seem clumsy.

Frequent movement breaks.

Additional opportunities for activities like swinging, jumping or balancing.

Important: Vestibular input is powerful and can affect the nervous system quickly. What's regulating for one person can be overwhelming for another. Be cautious.