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Sensory Processing Disorder: Understanding SPD in Autism
Sensory processing differences can also occur without autism.
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Sensory Processing Disorder: Understanding SPD in Autism Sensory processing differences can also occur without autism. Sensory differences can affect daily life for autistic people. Sensory differences present differently across individuals and sensory systems. A registered occupational therapist can assess sensory processing. Read the guide www.endthewaitontario.com/sensory-processing-disorder
Download English captions (WebVTT)Sensory processing differences can also occur without autism. A short explainer with music and captions. 33 seconds.
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