Fragile X syndrome (FXS) is a well‐recognized cause of mental retardation and
developmental delay in males. Alongside the well‐documented clinical characteristics of the …

Objectives. This study explores the constructs of stereotyped behaviors (eg, repetitive motor
patterns, object manipulations, behavioral rigidities) and tactile defensiveness as relevant to …

The fragile X mutation and fragile X syndrome are associated with hyperarousal,
hyperactivity, aggression, and anxiety. These may be related to strong reactions to auditory …

The specific role of the autonomic nervous system (ANS) in emotional and behavioral
regulation—particularly in relation to automatic processes—has gained increased attention …

Purpose: The purpose of the study was to examine the relationship between extreme
sensory reactivity as expressed in daily living situations, and trait and state anxiety, among …

It was hypothesized that children clinically identified with sensory-modulation disruptions
(SMD) would have atypical physiological responses to sensation, and that such responses …

Objective. Using single-subject research design, the effects of an occupational therapy
intervention emphasizing sensory integration with five preschool children with autism were …

A single subject, withdrawal design was used to investigate the effects of therapy balls as
seating on engagement and in-seat behavior of young children with Autism Spectrum …

Music's ability to influence emotions and moods is universally acknowledged, and music
therapists have long known that stimulating the brain through the auditory system is a key to …

OBJECTIVE: We explored whether tactile defensive children have picky eating habits
because fussy or picky eaters are a general problem to parents and different health …