Unlocking the Mysteries of Sensory Dysfunction: A Resource for Anyone Who Works With, or Lives With, a Child with Sensory Issues [Paperback]

Elizabeth Anderson (Author), Pauline Emmons (Author), Thomas McKean (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 2004

Parents are often the first to notice when a child is struggling with a sensory disorder. But even after knowing what the problem is, parents still need to know what to expect and, more importantly, what to do to help their child. This book is a parent-to-parent guide for raising a child with Sensory Integration Disorder. Using nonmedical language, the authors walk you through the challenges that children may face, such as being uncomfortable with hugs and kisses, experiencing a "fight or flight" sensation when brushing teeth or combing hair, etc. The two moms give tips and advice for school, home, and the future.

Editorial Reviews

Review

“Polly and Liz are the parents of two children with Sensory Integration Dysfunction, but their commitment, enthusiasm and devotion to helping others goes far beyond their own children and families. I found them inspirational in that they have decided their work and path in life is to make sure other parents and children don’t get as frustrated and scuttled in their search for help as they did before finding an intervention approach which recognized and successfully treated their children’s very special needs."

 

“This resource book is a must read for therapists, parents, and educators. As a therapist, instructor, and author in the field of Occupational Therapy and specializing in Sensory Integration Therapy, I found this book to be informative and insightful. It reflects warmth and a personal caring concern for all parents and their children with Sensory Integration Dysfunction. Liz and Polly are able to offer a clear and unique perspective. They combine the sometimes simple, but often complex realities of living with a child who has Sensory issues with practical suggestions."

“I wholeheartedly recommend this book and am extremely grateful to them for their gift to all of us."
Jeannetta Burpee, M.Ed., OTR/L, Certified - Sensory Integration, Therapist, Author and International Lecturer on SI and Developmental Disabilities

 

About the Author

Elizabeth M. Anderson, MA, was raised in Connecticut and now lives in Binghamton, NY with her husband, Richard. They have four children: Lindy, Ellie, Julia, and Carter.

Pauline A. Emmons, B.S., B.A., was raised in New York State and now lives in Binghamton, NY with her husband, Dale, and their two children: Dylan and Laura.
 

Product Details

• Paperback: 91 pages
• Publisher: Future Horizons; 1 edition (March 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1885477252
• ISBN-13: 978-1885477255
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.2 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #909,067 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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46 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A terrific no nonsense explaination of Sensory Dysfunction, December 7, 2001

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This review is from: Unlocking the Mysteries of Sensory Dysfunction: A Resource for Anyone Who Works With, or Lives With, a Child with Sensory Issues (Paperback)

Great, easy to read for parents and others that have SID children in their life. Highly recommended that parents have teachers, friends, relatives read this to help them understand that our children are in need of gentle support for their needs. Really helped me understand the relative dysfunction that my child has. Gave me hope that with a little education and help from OT we can work on making my childs life much better. It won't be easy, the authors are very honest. No-nonsense, reality based from two mothers of SID children.
Another great recommendation is The Out of Sync Child.

30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Basic and non-technical, September 7, 2001

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Squirt66 "squirt66" (St. Louis, MO United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Unlocking the Mysteries of Sensory Dysfunction: A Resource for Anyone Who Works With, or Lives With, a Child with Sensory Issues (Paperback)

Easy reading. Covers typical and atypical behavior of infants, toddlers, preschool and school age. Touched on ways children with these behaviors can disrupt home and school activities.The key is early intervention. Written more for parents of children who have significant SID issues.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A little too simplistic for me, July 30, 2004

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This review is from: Unlocking the Mysteries of Sensory Dysfunction: A Resource for Anyone Who Works With, or Lives With, a Child with Sensory Issues (Paperback)

This is a very simplified, big-picture look at sensory integration disorder. If you have never heard of sensory integration and are looking for a quick way to get up to speed on the basics, then this book might be helpful. The book is easy to read and covers issues like school, different age groups, and an explanation of what SI is. However, there isn't much text, and what's there is short on details and depth. If you've already read "The Out of Sync Child," by C. S. Kranowitz, then you will probably, like me, find this too simplistic to be worthwhile.