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    • Occupational Therapy

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    • Clinicians and researchers frequently observe co-occurrence of sensory processing and attachment difficulties.
    • Limited understanding exists regarding specific interrelationships between sensory processing patterns and attachment styles across diverse populations.
    • This review addresses the need to consolidate existing evidence on these connections.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To systematically review empirical evidence examining the relationships between sensory processing and attachment patterns throughout the lifespan.
    • To identify specific sensory processing characteristics associated with different attachment styles in children and adults.

    Main Methods:

    • A systematic literature search was conducted using the Arksey and O'Malley framework.
    • Four major databases were searched for relevant studies published up to June 2021.
    • Inclusion criteria focused on studies investigating the empirical relationship between sensory processing and attachment.

    Main Results:

    • Twenty-two studies met the inclusion criteria, encompassing both pediatric (9 studies) and adult (13 studies) populations.
    • In children, sensory modulation was found to be positively associated with secure attachment.
    • In adults, more extreme sensory modulation patterns, such as heightened sensory sensitivity, were generally linked to insecure attachment.

    Conclusions:

    • Empirical evidence supports significant relationships between sensory processing and attachment constructs in both children and adults.
    • These findings highlight the need for further research to elucidate the complex interplay between sensory experiences and relational patterns.
    • Occupational therapists should integrate assessments of both sensory processing and attachment when developing client-centered interventions.