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Some recommend strategies by Dr. Grandin for - Page 2 - Psychology, Special Needs, Health - Posted: 11th Apr, 2016 - 2:54pm
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Grandin Temple Autism Overcoming
Temple Grandin is anything but neurotypical. She has eight brain scans to prove it. Her cerebellum, which controls motor coordination, is 20% smaller than that of the neurotypical brain. The left side of her brain is so long it has pinched down the region that handles short-term memory. No wonder she can't follow several steps of written directions, or pass algebra.
Overcoming Autism - Temple Grandin Health & Special Psychology
Some recommend strategies by Dr. Grandin for helping children on the autism spectrum to calm down:
QUOTE * Deep pressure such as rolling up in mats, weighted vest, squeeze machine or weighted blanket to help sleep.
* Slow swinging 10 to 12 times a minute for calming.
* Brushing the skin with soft brushes for calming (Wilbarger Method)
* Chewing Activities – Some children respond well to having things to chew. Chewing activities will calm them down.
* They need oral stimulation.
* Balls and other items to hold in their hand and squeeze. This helps some kids sit still.
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