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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP, many kids who get that evaluation are said to have "sensory issues."  Its not a real diagnosis but an OT term.  We went to an OT and it was a waste of time except for how to hold a pencil.  He just played games, jump on a mini trampoline, etc.  [/quote]

I am the PP from earlier.  SPD is a very real thing.  The reason it is not a diagnosis is because many believe it stems from ADHD or kids on the spectrum, like a side effect only.  But many kids do not have those disorders and have mild SPD that can be treated with the right techniques and that is why I recommended she look it up herself.  I had two OT evals and that is all I needed. They recommend therapy and I refused.   I looked up everything they did, books to get, stimulating toys and things to help with fidgeting and chewing.  This all happened at age 4 and now at age 7, she is so much better for it.  She still has her sensory issues here and there and some mild anxiety but we know it, are aware of it, and help her when needed.  Blowing off SPD as nothing is not what the OP needs. [/quote]

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