This is the newest term for, and is used synonymously
with, Sensory Integration Disorder or Sensory
Integration Dysfunction.

Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is a complex
disorder of the brain that affects developing children.
These children misinterpret everyday sensory
information, such as touch, sound, and movement.
Some feel bombarded by sensory information; others
seek out intense sensory experiences or have other
problems. This can lead to behavioral problems,
difficulties with coordination, and other issues.
Children with SPD are often misunderstood and
labeled as aggressive or clumsy. They often are
socially isolated and have trouble in school. Effective
treatment is available, but far too many children with
SPD are misdiagnosed and not properly treated.

The Sensory Processing Disorder Network (SPD
Network) is a project of the KID Foundation, a
nonprofit organization based in Littleton, Colorado,
www.sinetwork.org

  VIRGINIA

GMS Institute, 7226 Newmarket Court, Manassas, VA
20109, 703-369-7800, www.gmskids.com

Peg Wilson, M.S., OTR/L,
301 N. Fairfax St., Ste. 106, Alexandria, VA,
703-683-0259.
Treats children with a variety of functional difficulties;
specializes in sensory integration, neurodevelopmental
treatment, neurokinetic taping, neuromuscular electrical
stimulation.

MARYLAND

Create-A-Story,Claudia Raphael, MA, REAT,
8405 Carderock Dr., Bethesda, MD 20817,
301-365-7907, www.createastorystudio.com

Play sessions and art therapy for children of all ages.
Sensory integration, art therapy, developmental play
activities, storytelling and infant stimulation. Bethesda, MD,
301-365-7907.

Teri Kozlowski, OTR/L Susan Tieche, OTR/L, ITS for
Children and Families, Inc.,
10605 Concord St., Ste. 102, Kensington, MD 20895,
301- 933-7880,  301-962-0800


Jacqueline Proto, M.Ed., OTR/O,
12122 A Heritage Park Cr., Silver Spring, MD,
301-942-6006, ext 4.

We offer occupational therapy, social-skills groups and
school and home consultations for children with special
needs.
Sensory Processing Disorder
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