Physical & Sensory Health

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February 4, 2025

Evidence-Based Therapies for Sensory Disorders: A Comprehensive Guide for 2025

Sensory disorders affect daily functioning, but evidence shows that properly implemented Ayres Sensory Integration (ASI) therapy can significantly improve outcomes, particularly in children aged 4-12. When delivered by qualified practitioners with fidelity to core principles, ASI demonstrates meaningful improvements in sensory processing, motor skills, and self-regulation, with effect sizes ranging from 0.21 to 0.933 in…

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February 4, 2025

Proprioception Issues: Understanding and Managing Body Awareness Challenges

Are You Feeling Disconnected from Your Body? Have you ever felt oddly clumsy, bumping into furniture, or struggling to judge distances? Perhaps you've experienced moments where you feel strangely detached from your physical self, as if your body and mind aren't quite in sync. These experiences aren't just occasional awkwardness—they might indicate challenges with body…

A young person in a green shirt sits on a couch, talking to another person in a dark sweater, who is seated on a wooden chair. They are in a room with white walls and decorative molding.

December 26, 2024

Sensory Processing Disorder: Signs and Symptoms in Australia (2025)

Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) remains a pressing concern for many families across Australia in 2025. Although not officially recognised in the country’s diagnostic guidelines, SPD affects approximately 1 in 6 children, causing unique challenges in the way they experience and respond to sensory stimuli. These challenges often manifest through unpredictable behaviors such as avoiding loud…

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December 26, 2024

Coping with Sensory Processing Issues in Australia: What You Need to Know for 2025

Is The World Feelings Overload? Here’s Why It Matters Have you ever felt like the buzz of an air-conditioner was louder than it should be, or maybe a bright fluorescent light made it nearly impossible to concentrate? For many people living with Sensory Processing Disorders (SPDs), these daily occurrences can be genuinely overwhelming. Life in…

Two people with curly hair enjoy time together on a beach. One wears a gray sweater, and the other is in a black sleeveless top. They are smiling with their arms around each other.

November 29, 2024

Physical Symptoms of Anxiety: From Chest Tightness to Fatigue

Ever felt your heart racing before a big event or experienced a tightness in your chest during stressful times? You're not alone. Anxiety can manifest in various physical ways, often making us feel like we're on a rollercoaster of emotions and sensations. Let's delve into the physical symptoms of anxiety, from chest tightness to fatigue,…

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