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Are you an adult with ADHD (who is not autistic or taking ADHD medication)? Your lived experience matters.You are invite...
16/10/2026

Are you an adult with ADHD (who is not autistic or taking ADHD medication)? Your lived experience matters.

You are invited to take part in a PhD research study exploring the sensory experiences of adults with ADHD and how these experiences may influence participation in daily living activities.

By taking part in the online questionnaires, your insights will help to ensure that the voices of adults with ADHD are represented in research and may contribute to improved awareness, understanding and support.

If you are interested in taking part or would like more information, please follow the link in the comments 👇, click on the QR code or contact the research team by emailing [email protected]

Ethics approval reference: ETH2526-0061

💭 A room can be perfectly calm and still shut someone out.That's just one of the thought-provoking ideas from this year'...
16/10/2026

💭 A room can be perfectly calm and still shut someone out.

That's just one of the thought-provoking ideas from this year's Sensory Inclusion Summit — and there’s still time to explore the presentations for yourself!

From Dr Mim Ochsenbein's concept of the “motor tax” to Dr Susan Allen's research on parental stress and Laura Spence's findings on sensory needs in maternity care, these are insights worth making time for.

⏰ A quick reminder: access to the recorded presentations ends at midnight on Tuesday 20 October.

Here's how to catch up:
👉 Log in at www.sensoryintegrationeducation.com, head to My Dashboard and search for Sensory Inclusion Summit 2026.

Don't forget to download the Key Take-Away Points document and reach 100% progress to unlock your certificate.

Make a little time to watch, reflect and take away ideas you can put into practice.

If you’d still like to register, follow the link in the comments 👇

This new study investigated coordination variability in children with different motor competence trajectories, highlight...
16/10/2026

This new study investigated coordination variability in children with different motor competence trajectories, highlighting potential differences in motor control associated with persistent movement difficulties.

Findings revealed that children with persistently low motor competence exhibited greater coordination variability, particularly during specific phases of the gait cycle, including stance-to-swing transitions. These differences may reflect challenges in regulating inter-segmental coordination during walking, with potential implications for movement efficiency, stability, and adaptability.

The findings highlight the potential of functional principal component analysis and coordination variability measures to support the early identification and monitoring of persistent motor difficulties, including those associated with Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD). Improved understanding of these movement patterns may inform targeted interventions to support children’s functional mobility and participation in everyday activities.



https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0268003326001956?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=sie

Follow us to keep up to date on the latest research in Sensory Integration and Neurodiversity.

To learn more about supporting individuals with sensory differences across the lifespan see the link below:
https://www.sensoryintegrationeducation.com/bundles/Sensory-Inclusion-Facilitator-Certificate-B?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=sie

🧠 What if a child’s behaviour is telling us something about what they’re experiencing inside their body?Interoception — ...
15/10/2026

🧠 What if a child’s behaviour is telling us something about what they’re experiencing inside their body?

Interoception — our ability to sense and interpret internal body signals — plays an important role in emotional regulation, attention, motivation and everyday life.

For children and young people who have experienced developmental trauma, interoceptive processing can be disrupted, influencing how they experience stress, regulate emotions and participate in daily activities.

Join us on 22 October for our live webinar: Interoception and Developmental Trauma

Hosted by paediatric Occupational Therapist, Mentor and Researcher Dr Michelle Newby, the webinar will explore:
🔹 The neuroscience behind interoception
🔹 How developmental trauma can affect interoceptive processing
🔹 The impact on emotional regulation and occupational performance
🔹 Assessment tools and their strengths and limitations
🔹 Sensory-informed, trauma-responsive intervention strategies
🔹 Approaches to support body awareness, co-regulation and self-regulation

📅 22 October 2026
💻 Live online

Find out more and book your place 👉 https://www.sensoryintegrationeducation.com/courses/(G151)-Interoception-Developmental-Trauma?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=sie

This webinar is free to attend for SIE Lifelong Learning members.

This article examines the impact of developmental coordination disorder (DCD), also known as , on children’s daily fun...
15/10/2026

This article examines the impact of developmental coordination disorder (DCD), also known as , on children’s daily functioning, physical activity, social participation and emotional wellbeing.

Findings from a national survey of 241 parents of children aged 5–18 highlight the significant challenges associated with DCD. These include increased fatigue during everyday activities, reduced engagement in physical activity, anxiety surrounding movement-based tasks, and difficulties with peer relationships. The findings also highlight concerns regarding delays in diagnosis and insufficient support within educational and healthcare settings.

The article emphasises the importance of early identification, improved teacher training, and coordinated support across education and healthcare services to promote inclusion and improve outcomes for children with DCD.

These findings reinforce the need for greater awareness of and a more comprehensive approach to supporting children’s physical, social and emotional development.

https://theconversation.com/how-dyspraxia-can-exhaust-children-and-exclude-them-from-social-activities-293151

💙 Happy Allied Health Professions Day 2026! 💙Today, 14 October, we celebrate the incredible contribution of Allied Healt...
14/10/2026

💙 Happy Allied Health Professions Day 2026! 💙

Today, 14 October, we celebrate the incredible contribution of Allied Health Professionals under this year’s theme, “Celebrating AHPs Deliver.” 🌟

From supporting participation in everyday activities to helping individuals understand and navigate their sensory world, AHPs make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, adults, families, and communities.

✨ In sensory integration practice, we celebrate the professionals who help people build the skills, confidence, and foundations they need to engage in everyday life and reach their full potential.

Today, we recognise the dedication, expertise, compassion, and collaboration of all AHPs who deliver meaningful change every day. 💜

Here’s to celebrating the difference we make, together! 🙌

Are you an Occupational Therapist (OT) working with children and young people (CYP) with sensory processing differences?...
14/10/2026

Are you an Occupational Therapist (OT) working with children and young people (CYP) with sensory processing differences? And do you use digital sensory-based advice such as websites or online resources in your clinical practice?

💻 If so, Elizabeth Rooke would love to hear from you! Elizabeth is currently recruiting participants for her MSc Sensory Integration dissertation study with interviews taking place this month.

Your experience and insights could help contribute to this important area of research.

📌 Interested in taking part? Contact Elizabeth Rooke directly to find out more - contact details listed on the poster 👇

Please share with your OT networks to help spread the word! 💛

This new systematic review and meta-analysis examined the effects of dual-tasking on rhythmic motor performance, with a ...
14/10/2026

This new systematic review and meta-analysis examined the effects of dual-tasking on rhythmic motor performance, with a particular focus on gait parameters, including spatiotemporal characteristics, movement variability, and balance.

Key findings:
🔹 In typically developing children, dual-tasking significantly impaired spatiotemporal gait parameters, movement variability, and balance.
🔹 Cognitive dual-tasks generally resulted in greater interference than concurrent motor tasks.
🔹 Children with DCD or dyspraxia did not demonstrate significantly greater motor performance decrements; however, preliminary evidence suggests they may experience increased cognitive demands when performing dual-tasks.

Implications: These findings highlight the impact of cognitive demands on motor performance during childhood and emphasise the need for further research into compensatory motor control strategies and the cognitive effort associated with movement in children with DCD/Dyspraxia

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1877065726000801?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=sie



Follow us to keep up to date on the latest research in Sensory Integration and Neurodiversity.

To learn more about supporting individuals with sensory differences across the lifespan see the link below:
https://www.sensoryintegrationeducation.com/bundles/Sensory-Inclusion-Facilitator-Certificate-B?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=sie

‘“Create environments where the body can be heard”* feels like such a profound and powerful statement, definitely someth...
13/10/2026

‘“Create environments where the body can be heard”* feels like such a profound and powerful statement, definitely something I am going to be taking back into my practice and championing with the people I work with.’

Our free Sensory Inclusion Summit opened today and this is one of the great pieces of feedback we’ve received so far!

If you’ve not yet registered, there’s still time to book your free place – registration link in the comments 👇

* Lived Experience: Environmental Demands and Interoception – Rachael Thompson

🎉 The Sensory Inclusion Summit 2026 is OPEN! 🎉The wait is over! 🙌Watch presentations from researchers, clinicians and pe...
13/10/2026

🎉 The Sensory Inclusion Summit 2026 is OPEN! 🎉

The wait is over! 🙌

Watch presentations from researchers, clinicians and people with lived experience who are exploring how we can change environments to help more people participate, belong and thrive. 🌍💙

🎥 Here’s how to view the pre-recorded presentations 👇
1. Log in to www.sensoryintegrationeducation.com
2. Go to My Dashboard in the top menu
3. In the Find Your Course search bar, type "Sensory Inclusion Summit 2026"

📅 Please note: Access to the recorded presentations will expire at midnight on 20 October.

💻 Lifelong Learning Programme members will have 12 months’ access to the summit materials.

So grab a cuppa ☕, settle in and get ready for some inspiring ideas, fresh perspectives and practical insights! 💡

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