2024, Vol. 4, Issue 1, Part A
Investigating the impact of sensory integration therapy on autism spectrum disorder: A case study
Author(s): Dr. Pooja Kaushik, Dr. Savita Chouhan and Nishi Jain
Abstract: The aim of this study is to assess the influence of sensory integration therapy on daily task and sensory behaviour of a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is the most common variety of developmental disorder which is characterized of impaired verbal and nonverbal communication, and appearance of repetitive stereotypical activities, behavior, and interest leads to limitations from mild-to-severe for independent living in a social situation.Methodology: A 3 year old child with mild autism was taken in the study, the pre-test score was taken using WEE-FIM scale and Indian Scale for Assessment of Autism (ISAA), after that he underwent 8 weeks of intervention at Occupational Therapy Department of Maharaja Yashwant rao Hospital, Indore. The potential impact of program was re assessed on post-test. Summary of results: Significant positive changes were seen in score of WEE FIM scale and Indian Scale for Assessment of Autism (ISAA).Conclusion: This study shows that Sensory integration therapy is an effective intervention to improve daily task activity and sensory behaviour in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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How to cite this article:
Dr. Pooja Kaushik, Dr. Savita Chouhan and Nishi Jain. Investigating the impact of sensory integration therapy on autism spectrum disorder: A case study. International Journal of Autism. 2024; 4(1): 20-23.
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