Sensory Regulation
Sensory Regulation
Optimal arousal is the level of arousal which matches the
environment and activity. There are different stages of arousal –
under responsive, optimal ( just right), over responsive.
Regulation is the ability to change the state of arousal to suit the
level of activity or environment.
Some people have more difficulty regulating themselves than others
and may need support to regulate and become “Ready to Learn” –
be at the optimum level of arousal for the activity/experience.
Sensory regulation strategies are strategies which use the senses to
help with regulation i.e touch – deep pressure – calming, movement
– bouncing – alerting.
The goal when using sensory regulation strategies is to help the
individual to regulate.
Each individual is different, which means that the strategies used
will be suited to their needs.