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Sensory Interventions In Schools: A Literature Review And Knowledge Translation Project, Cordelia Nwogu, Kelly Peterson

School of Occupational Therapy Master's Capstone Projects (2016-2021)

A literature review of sensory interventions that are possible in a school setting by occupational therapists was completed based on Jennifer Burke’s, a Franklin Pierce Public Schools occupational therapist, question. Her question was what sensory interventions have been shown to be effective for decreasing negative behaviors and/or increasing participation that could be used in a school setting. Most sensory based interventions (SBI) had only weak evidence in support. Sensory integration therapy (SIT) showed more promise for achieving individual goals. Because of the mix of evidence it was recommended that if a clinician chooses to use SBI or SIT they should …