Do Chew Tools Increase the Need to Chew?
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 20th May 2016
Question: My son has ADHD and Anxiety, he spends a lot of time chewing/sucking on clothes, plastic, and other non- edible items. Would your chewies encourage this sensory seeking behavior or will it help him to eventually not need to mouth everything? My son is 7 years old. Thank you!
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Great question. Although each child is different, having a
chew
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An Alternative for Fidgeters Who Like to Pick
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 21st Apr 2016
Question: My son has Asperger Syndrome and severe ADHD. He has a picking problem and will pick his nails, credit cards, scabs etc. I am looking for something he can wear on his wrist he can fidget with instead. Do you have any recommendations of your products? Thank you in advance.
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It sounds like our
Brick Bracelet would be a perfect fit for that.
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Calming a High Energy Sensory Seeker
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 14th Apr 2016
Question: We are currently working with my son on his out of control behavior mostly at school, but also at home. I've noticed he likes to run his hands over my arms, or through my hair. He'll also rub his head against me and such. So I'm thinking he may be more of a sensory type person than most? I'm thinking your chewlery just might help him with the stress he s
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10 Tips for Kids Who Need to Chew - An Oral Sensory Diet
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 11th Apr 2016
Have you ever craved crunchy foods? Or chewed gum? Ever chewed on your pen caps while concentrating or bit your fingernails when nervous? We all have oral sensory habits to some extent.
For children with sensory needs and/or Autism, however, oral sensory input can play a
particularly important role. Chewing throughout the day (especially during times
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