Sensory

Question 1

Neurobehavior

Answer 1

Processing of sensory stimuli that results in behavioral response

Question 2

Sensory processing

Answer 2

Ability of CNS to interpret and regulate responses to sensory input

Question 3

Sensory integration

Answer 3

Ability to process, interpret, and integrate sensory info to produce a behavioral or motor response

Question 4

Sensory modulation problem

Answer 4

Inability of CNS to regulate responses to sensory input from common daily stimuli resulting in
- hyper responsiveness
- hypo responsiveness
- sensory seeking

Question 5

Hypo-responsiveness

Answer 5

Form of sensory modulation in which CNS is slow to register/process sensory input
Behavioral characteristics include lack of response to
- socially-relevant signals
- painful stimuli
- alarms and flashing lights

Question 6

Hyper-responsiveness

Answer 6

Form of sensory modulation in which CNS registers/processes sensory input at heightened state

Behavioral characteristics include overwhelming response to/avoidance of
- social situations
- noises
- textures

Question 7

Tactile defensiveness

Answer 7

Inability of CNS to regulate tactile input resulting in overreaction to ordinary touch sensations on skin/in mouth

• extreme discomfort
• emotional outbursts
• aggression
• anxiety

Question 8

Gravitational insecurity

Answer 8

Inability of CNS to regulate vestibular input resulting in overreaction to changes in head position and movement during ordinary activities

intense fear/avoidance of
- riding on toys
- heights
- gross motor activities