My Brain Doesn’t Work That Way. Presenter Marc Landry

Hey! My Brain Doesn’t Work That Way! Understanding Basic Brain Differences, Sensory Processing and Self-Regulation An Overview presented by; Marc Landry Occupational Therapist ! Review common brain differences among children. ! Understand the human stress response system and it’s impact on learning, behaviour, function ! Understand 9 of the senses ! Learn more about Sensory Processing, how it changes from person to person, and how it affects how we feel and how we act ! How to identify and meet a child’s sensory needs based on Neurological Threshold Continuum ! Teaching Self Regulation and how this differs from “emotional regulation” ! Using sensory and motor input to manage levels of arousal – Sensory Diet ! Practical suggestions to help kids calm down