This research aimed to determine the effect of educating parents on Regulatory
Sensory Processing Disorder (RSPD) and implementing an Ayers-SI sensory diet
over a two-week period. Twelve infants who met the criteria for RSPD were
subdivided into two groups: 7-12 and 13-24 months. The data was obtained from a
telephonic interview and completion of the Infant Toddler Symptom Checklist (ITSC).
Following the two-week intervention, the ITSC was completed again and results
were compared using the Wilcoxin Signed Rank Test. Although the research sample
was small, findings indicate that the Ayers-SI sensory diet was effective in reducing
signs of fussiness. The research group showed a significant change (p=0.0024) over
the two-week period, with a greater change evident in the 7-12 month group. Selfregulation
and attachment showed the most significant change. Difficulties with
sensory processing for example, tactile, vestibular and auditory sensitivities
appeared to persist, indicating a possible need for direct sensory integrative therapy
to address them. In addition, the findings indicate that there is a lack of referral for
Ayers-SI occupational therapy. This research adds value to the body of research
which indicates the need for early intervention for possible prevention of later
developmental difficulties.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:wits/oai:wiredspace.wits.ac.za:10539/12555 |
| Date | 19 March 2013 |
| Creators | Jorge, Jacqueline |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis |
| Format | application/pdf |
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