This presentation described the sensory integration process in relatable terms and outlined the principles for communication of complex health information following health literacy best practices when supporting neurodivergent clients.
Presented at the Virtual Summit: Sensory Health in Autism June 14-16, 2023
The views expressed in the following presentation are those of the presenter and do not necessarily reflect those of STAR Institute.
Level: Introductory
Length: 1 hour
Timeframe for access:
Once you first choose to "Launch" this course, you will have 45 days to access the content as often as you like. Your 45-day window for access will not begin until you first click the "Launch" button.
Presenter:
Endenné DuPree, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
Endenné received her degree in occupational therapy from Howard University. She is working on obtaining a PhD in Infant & Early Childhood Development from Fielding Graduate University. Endenné has worked in a variety of pediatric settings for more than 15 years. Her areas of specialty include sensory processing and intervention across the lifespan, development of the young child and social-emotional development. In 2019, along with her business partner, Endenné formed Nurture Collective. Nurture Collective uses a two-generation approach to treat the child (birth to 5 years) with developmental delays in the context of the parent-child relationship. Nurture Collective screens caregivers for postpartum depression and those in need are connected with community resources. Nurture Collective provides support to families by offering traditional therapies (OT, PT, and ST), in addition to lactation and feeding therapy support. Other services include nutrition consultations, and developmental baby & caregiver classes.
Presenter Disclosures:
- Endenne is the co-founder of Nurture Collective.
- There are no other relevant financial or non financial relationships to disclose.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the basic principles of health literacy and its importance.
- Identify three strategies that make communicating complex issues easier.
- Summarize the sensory integration process in relatable high-level language.
- Develop relatable and accessible means of communicating the importance of differences in the sensory integration process for supporting health, wellness, and function when supporting neurodiverse clients.
Who should attend:
Occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, physical therapists, speech language pathologists, educators, child development specialists, mental health professionals, parents, caregivers, and other individuals seeking a better understanding of Sensory Processing in Autism.
Instructional Methods:
PowerPoint Lecture, Discussion
Cancellation Policy:
Because this program is recorded and accessible at your convenience, cancellations are not typically accepted. Please contact education@sensoryheatlh.org if you have any questions or concerns.
Do you have a disability that would require special accommodation?
Please contact us at education@sensoryhealth.org and describe how we can help accommodate your needs.
The views expressed in the following presentation are those of the presenter and do not necessarily reflect those of STAR Institute.