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A Sensory Integration Intervention in the School Setting to Support Performance and Participation: A
Colleen Cameron Whiting1, Sarah A Schoen2, Linda Niemeyer3
1Colleen Cameron Whiting, OTD, OTR/L, is Lecturer, Department of Occupational Therapy Online Program, Boston University, Boston, MA; whitingcolleen@gmail.com.
Summary
Sensory integration therapy paired with teacher consultation improved school participation and functional regulation in students with sensory processing differences. This evidence-based model supports occupational engagement in educational settings.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Therapy
- Pediatric Psychology
- Educational Psychology
Background:
- Limited research exists on sensory integration interventions within school settings.
- Sensory integration and processing differences significantly impact children's school performance and participation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a sensory integration intervention combined with teacher consultation.
- To enhance functional regulation and active participation in school for students with sensory integration challenges.
Main Methods:
- A concurrent, multiple-baseline, single-subject design was employed.
- Three elementary students (ages 5-8) with sensory integration challenges participated.
- Intervention included one-to-one sensory integration therapy and weekly teacher consultations over 15 weeks.
Main Results:
- All students demonstrated significant improvements in functional regulation and classroom participation.
- Objective measures and teacher/student interviews indicated positive changes across all participants.
- The intervention effectively addressed sensory processing challenges impacting occupational performance.
Conclusions:
- Sensory integration intervention with consultation is effective in improving school performance for children with sensory processing challenges.
- This study provides an evidence-based service delivery model for schools.
- The approach enhances functional regulation and participation for students with sensory integration difficulties.
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