Bagpuss Report post Posted May 21, 2006 Hi, We've just received this thru the post from dd's physio. Very interesting. Filled it out yesterday and looking forward to hearing the results. During one of our Early Bird Plus sessions we discussed sensory issues. Hadn't even considered them before and it was a real eye opener and answered alot of questions. That same week we had a meeting with the physio and brought this issue up, hence her sending us the questionnaire. Our dd has a very restricted diet but loves strong flavours like pickled onions and salt and vinegar crisps and marmite, has to have lights on in all rooms, gets distressed by certain smells like mens loos, noises like hand dryers etc send her into hysterics, she strokes certain materials, and these are just the tip of the iceberg. The questionnaire has brought issues to our attention which we didn't even think were "sensory" like the fact she like rides which spin round and likes falling..... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lindy-lou Report post Posted May 21, 2006 We have just filled out a sensory profile too,i was surprised also at what is considered to be sensory. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justamom Report post Posted May 21, 2006 Lindy-lou or Bagpuss could i be so bold as to ask you to pm me with the questionaire, (not your answers but just the questions). I would be very interested to see what kinda of questions they ask... Like you say its strange what they consider to be sensory.. Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lindy-lou Report post Posted May 21, 2006 I havent got it anymore sorry,i sent it back a few months ago. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lindy-lou Report post Posted May 21, 2006 (edited) Thats a link to the topic i put up about it. http://www.asd-forum.org.uk/forum/index.ph...wtopic=7362&hl= Edited May 21, 2006 by lindy-lou Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justamom Report post Posted May 21, 2006 Thanks for the link Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted May 21, 2006 I've still got it, but no scanner etc to put online. Only way would be to type it up by hand . Could give it a go, but may take some time Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justamom Report post Posted May 21, 2006 That would be wonderful, i dont mind waiting for it thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted May 21, 2006 ok, have a spare hour tonight at 8 so will try to post as much as i can, and then if don't get it finished will add rest tomorrow. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lindy-lou Report post Posted May 21, 2006 ok, have a spare hour tonight at 8 so will try to post as much as i can, and then if don't get it finished will add rest tomorrow. i cant remember the name of the scale its worked out by but im sure if you look on it bagpuss you will see it on there,im sure they are all done by the same method,maybe if you see what it is then there will be a sample one online maybe?it will take a long time to type all that out!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted May 21, 2006 (edited) Hi Lindy Lou Its called Sensory Profile, by Winnie Dunn, a Caregivers Questionnaire. Not sure about scales???? Where would I find that, might be staring straight at it ? Would be great if another way, other than me typing it out, could be suggested. Could it found online??? Edited May 21, 2006 by Bagpuss Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lindy-lou Report post Posted May 21, 2006 On the 1 i had it had boxes for the OT to mark,like a scale and it was called the something scale,its going to bug the hell out of me now,i would have thought the same thing would have been used nationally but maybe not. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted May 21, 2006 Ours has a score key, 1 for Always 2 for Frequently 3 for Occassionally 4 for Seldom 5 for Never For each question you tick one of the above. At the end of each section it says "section raw score total" Will begin typing it up now, and see how we get on........... AUDITORY PROCESSING 1. Responds negatively to unexpected or loud noises ie hoover, barking, hair dryer 2. Holds hands over ears to protect ears from sound 3. Has trouble completing tasks when radio is on 4. Is distracted or has trouble functioning if there is a lot of noise around 5. Can't work with background noise ie. fan / fridge 6. Appears to not hear what you say 7. Doesn't respond when name is called but you know hearing is ok 8. Enjoys strange noises/seeks to make coise for noise's sake VISUAL PROCESSING 9. Prefers to be in the dark 10. Expresses discomfort with or avoids bright lights, ie sunshine in car 11. Happy to be in the dark 12. Becomes frustrated when trying to find objects in competing backgrounds ie cluttered drawer 13. Has difficulty putting puzzles together as compared to same age children 14. Is bothered by bright lights after others have adapted to the light 15. Covers eyes or squints to protect eyes from light 16. Looks carefully or intensely at objects/people ie stares 17. Has a hard time finding objects in competing backgrounds ie. shoes in a messy room VESTIBULAR PROCESSING 18. Becomes anxious or distressed when feet leave the ground 19. Dislikes activities where head is upside down ie somersaults 20. Avoids playground equipment or moving toys ie merry go round 21. Dislikes riding in a car 22. Holds head upright, even when bending over or leaning ie maintains a rigid position during activity 23. Becomes disoriented after bending over sink or table ie gets dizzy or falls 24. Seeks all kinds of movement and this interferes wit daily routines ie can't sit still, fidgets 25. Seeks out all kinds of movement activities ie. whirled by adult, merry go round, moving toys 26. Twirls/spins self frequently throughout day ie likes dizzy feeling 27. Rocks unconsciously ie when watching TV 28. Rocks in desk/chair/on floor TOUCH PROCESSING 29. Avoids getting messy ie paste, sand, finger paint, glue, tape 30. Expresses distress during grooming ie cries or fights during face washing, fingernail cutting 31. Prefers long sleeved clothing when it is warm or short sleeved when it its cold 32. Expresses discomfort at dental work, or toothbrushing 33. Is sensitive to certain fabrics 34. Becomes irritated by shoes or socks 35. Avoids going barefoot, especially in grass or sand 36. Reacts emotionally or aggressively to touch 37. Withdraws from splashing water 38. Has difficulty standing in line or close to other people 39. Rubs or scratches out a spot that has been touched 40. Touches people and objects to the point of irritating others 41. Displays unusual need for touching certain toys, surfaces, or textures 42. Decreases awareness of pain and temperature 43. Doesn't seem to notice when someone touches arm or back 44. Avoids wearing shoes, loves to be barefoot 45. Touches people and objects 46. Doesn't seem to notice when face or hands are messy MULTISENSORY PROCESSING 47. Gets lost easily, even in familiar places 48. Has difficult paying attention 49. Looks away from tasks to notice all actions in the room 50. Seems oblivious within an active environment 51. Hangs on people, furniture, or objects even in familiar situation 52. Walks on toes 53. Leaves clothing twisted on body. ORAL SENSORY PROCESSING 54. Gags easily with food textures or food utensils in mouth 55. Avoids certain tastes or food smells that are typically part of childrens diet 56. Will only eat certain tastes ~ please list 57. Limits self to particular food textures/temperatures ~ please list 58. Picky eater, especially regarding food textures 59. Routinely smells nonfood objects 60. Shows strong preferences for certain smells ~ please list 61. Shows strong preference for certain tastes ~ please list 62. Craves certain foods ~ please list 63. Seeks out certain tastes or smells ~ please list 64. Chews or licks on nonfood objects 65. Mouths objects ie pencil or hands SENSORY PROCESSING RELATED TO ENDURANCE/TONE 66. Moves stiffly 67. Tires easily,especially when standing or holding particular body position 68. Locks joints for stability ie knees or elbows 69. Seems to have weak muscles 70. Has a weak grasp 71. Can't lift heavy objects ie weak by comparision to same age children 72. Props to support self even during activity 73. Poor endurance/tires easily 74. Appears lethargic ie sluggish or no energy MODULATION REALTED TO BODY POSITION AND MOVEMENT 75. Seems accident prone 76. Hesitates going up or down curbs or steps 77. Fears falling or heights 78. Avoids climbing/jumping or avoids bumpy/uneven ground 79. Holds onto walls or banister ie clings 80. Takes excessive risks during play ie climbs high into a tree or jumps off tall furniture 81. Takes movement or climbing risks during play which compromise personal safety 82. Turns whole body to look at you 83. Seeks opportunities to fall without regard to personal safety 84. Appears to enjoy falling MODULATION OF MOVEMENT AFFECTING ACTIVITY LEVEL 85. Spends most of the day in sedentary play ie does quiet things 86. Prefers quiet, sedentary play ie watching TV or reading book 87. Seeks sedentary play options 88. Prefers sedentary activities 89. Becomes overly excitable during movement activity 90. On the go 91. Avoids quiet play activities MODULATION OF SENSORY INPUT AFFECTING EMOTIONAL RESPONSES 92. Needs more protection from life than other children ie defenseless physcially or emotionally 93. Rigid rituals in personal hygiene 94. Is overly affectionate with others 95. Doesn't perceive body language or facial expressions MODULATION OF VISUAL INPUT AFFECTING EMOTIONAL RESPONSES AND ACTIVITY LEVEL 96. Avoids eye contact 97. Stares intensively at objects or people 98. Watches everyone when they move around the room 99. Doesn't notice when people come into the room EMOTIONAL/SOCIAL RESPONSES 100. Seems to have difficulty liking self ie low self esteem 101. Has trouble growing up ie reacts immaturely to situations 102. Is sensitive to criticism 103. Has definite fears ie. fears that are predictable 104. Seems anxious 105. Displays excessive emotional outbursts when unsuccessful at a task 106. Expresses feeling like a failure 107. Is stubborn or uncooperative 108. Has temper tantrums 109. Poor frustration tolerance 110. Cries easily 111. Overly serious 112. Has difficulty making friends ie does not interact 113. Has nightmares 114. Has fears that interfere with daily routine 115. Doesn't have a sense of humour 116. Doesn't express emotions BEHAVIOURAL OUTCOMES OF SENSORY PROCESSING 117. Talks self through tasks 118. Writing is illegible 119. Has trouble staying between the lines when colouring or writing 120. Uses ineffiecient ways of doing things ie wastes time, moves slowly, does things the harder way 121. Has difficulty tolerating changes in plans and expectations 122. Has difficulty tolerating changes in routines ITEMS INDICATING THRESHOLDS FOR RESPONSE 123. Jumps from one actitivity to another so that it interferes with play 124. Deliberately smells objects 125. Does not seem to smell strong odours PHEW.............Alongside these questions were also either a blank space (indicating neither low nor high threshold) or and L indicating low threshold or H indicating high threshold Hope this helps 89. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justamom Report post Posted May 22, 2006 Bagpuss you are an angel, thanks so much, i am sorry i never realised it was that long, you will have to bill me for repetitive strain injury thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lindy-lou Report post Posted May 22, 2006 yes it looks just like the one i had! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
justamom Report post Posted May 22, 2006 Keegan fits so many of the questions!! Its scary i never really realised, you do learn alot from this forum.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted May 22, 2006 no probs justamom glad it helped Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
