I explained to Crystal to presume positive intentions and begin the discussion by asking questions, gathering more information and consider opening difficult conversations on a positive note.
While it's important to be upfront with parents if the purpose of the meeting is to discuss a problem, it can be reassuring for anxious parents and for parents who are learning a new language and new to the Canada.
I pointed out to provide some healthy perspective you begin by describing a few positive things you've noticed about the child in …show more content…
Crystal shared they will meet with the parents when they start in October. Also, I asked: will they need a translator. Crystal shared they have used a translator who is a friend of the parents and they have had meetings before and it was successful.
I advised Crystal to speak with her site consultant and create a plan to support the whole family.
Crystal shared in the past few months, she observed the child banging his head at various times throughout the day. The child throws himself backwards regardless of where he is,bangs his head against the walls, floor, carpet area, as well as on the pavement outside.
According to Crystal, the child would bang his head up to an average of four times. She stated the child’s behaviour escalates during transitional times; like transitioning from outdoor to indoor play. Crystal reported the child puts everything in his mouth. For example, he would mouth and eat the …show more content…
Has little interest in toys.
7. Doesn't speak at least 15 words.
8. The child has difficulty being toilet trained.
9. The child is overly sensitive to stimulation, overreacts to or does not like touch, noise, smells, etc.
10. The child is unaware of being touched/bumped unless done with extreme force/intensity.
11. The child seems unsure how to move his body in space, is clumsy and awkward
12. The child is in constant motion.
Crystal shared she have removed the child from a situation to prevent him from getting harmed. He like eating glue or rubbing his face on the floor.
, The child will get very upset and will go to find the closest thing he can hide under. Such as a table, chair or even he will try to climb into a toy shelf.
I explained to Crystal the child may be a sensory seeker. The child may have oral dysfunction with hypo-sensitivity. He may often put things into the mouth that are inedible, also known as pica.
I explained to Crystal Chewy tubes or chewelry can help the child fulfill his desire for oral sensations in a more appropriate manner.
I pointed out, an occupational therapist may also put together a sensory diet to help with sensory processing disorder symptoms. This support can only be done if the family makes a referral for an Occupational Therapist through the child’s pediatrician or community