Commitment to Research
Research Archive
The Spiral Foundation is committed to conducting research which aims to improve the lives of individuals with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) and their families. Our research programs primarily contribute to improved understanding of SPD, assessment development and investigation of efficacy of treatment modalities.
If you have any questions about past or current Spiral Foundation research projects, or are interested in participating in any of the studies detailed below, please contact our Research Assistant Alison Teasdale at research@thespiralfoundation.org and (617) 969-4410 ext. 267. You may also contact our Executive Director, Teresa May-Benson at tmaybenson@thespiralfoundation.org and (617) 969-4410 ext. 240.
The Spiral Foundation has an active research program dedicated to conducting research that supports understanding of sensory integration. On this page you will find summaries and resources on research projects and papers completed by the Spiral Foundation and its staff. It is not meant to be a comprehensive archive of sensory integration literature but a reference for work conducted by the Spiral Foundation and its members.
Adults with Sensory Processing Disorder
Cates, J., Laurendi, K., Rappaport, S., Rider, A., Stern, A., Koomar, J. Adult Sensory Sensitivities: Daily Occupations and Coping Strategies, Poster presented at the Massachusetts Association of Occupational Therapy.
May-Benson, T. (June, 2011). Understanding the occupational therapy needs of adults with sensory processing disorder. OT Practice,16(10). 13-18. [PDF]
May-Benson, T. A. (2009). An Intensive Integrated Sensory Integration- Based Occupational Therapy Intervention Program for Adults with Sensory Processing Disorder. OT Practice 14(10), 16-19. [PDF]
May-Benson, T. & Champagne, T. (2011). Occupational Therapy Using a Sensory Integration-Based Approach with Adult Populations. Bethesda, MD: The American Occupational Therapy Association. [PDF]
May-Benson, T. & Kinnealey, M. (2012). An approach to assessment of and intervention for adults with sensory processing disorder. OT Practice, 17(7), CE-1 – CE-8. [PDF]
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Transitioning Into Adulthood – Planning and Intervention
This webinar will review Transition law, Transition as part of the IEP process (assessment, goal writing, and treatment planning), Best Practices for OT in addressing Transition, and an introduction to Transition I and II (curricula for middle school life skill and self-determination groups).
Assessment of Adults with SPD
This webinar will discuss assessment processes and tools for use with adults.
Working With Adolescents With Feeding Challenges
Using a sensory integration lens, webinar participants will learn how they can best support their adolescent clients who experience challenges with feeding, meal planning/preparation, and engagement in social eating situations.
What’s the Prognosis?: Current State of Research on Long-Term Outcomes for Children with SPD
This webinar will review the current literature on sensory processing in adults and follow-up studies with children along with a discussion of the strengths and limitations of the research.
Development of the Adult/Adolescent Sensory History
Amin-Arsala, T., Dunwell, C., Smith-Howe, A., Valliere, E., Weber, B., May-Benson, T. A. Performance of Typical Adults on the Adult/Adolescent Sensory History. Poster presented at the Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapy Annual Conference, Norwood, MA, October 29, 2015.
Barker, M.S., Burke L.J., Easterbrooks-Dick, O.K., Kane, A. W., Savrann, J. N., & May-Benson, T. A. Concurrent Validity of the Adult/Adolescent Sensory History. Poster presented at the Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapy Annual Conference, Norwood, MA, November 7, 2014 and at the American Occupational Therapy Association, Nashville, TN, April 18, 2015. [PDF]
Holland, C. & May-Benson, T. Discriminant Validity of the Adult/Adolescent Sensory History. Poster presented at the American Occupational Therapy Association, Nashville, TN, April 17, 2015.
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Transitioning Into Adulthood – Planning and Intervention
This webinar will review Transition law, Transition as part of the IEP process (assessment, goal writing, and treatment planning), Best Practices for OT in addressing Transition, and an introduction to Transition I and II (curricula for middle school life skill and self-determination groups).
Assessment of Adults with SPD
This webinar will discuss assessment processes and tools for use with adults.
Working With Adolescents With Feeding Challenges
Using a sensory integration lens, webinar participants will learn how they can best support their adolescent clients who experience challenges with feeding, meal planning/preparation, and engagement in social eating situations.
What’s the Prognosis?: Current State of Research on Long-Term Outcomes for Children with SPD
This webinar will review the current literature on sensory processing in adults and follow-up studies with children along with a discussion of the strengths and limitations of the research.
Development of the Fidelity Measure of Ayres Sensory Integration Intervention
May-Benson, T.A., et al. (2014). Inter-Rater Reliability and Discriminative Validity of the Structural Elements of the Ayres Sensory Integration® Intervention Fidelity Measure©. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 68(5), 506-513. Click for Link
May-Benson, T.A., Mailloux Z., Parham D., & Smith Roley S. Fidelity in Sensory Integration: Using Research to Guide Professional Practice and Development. Poster presented at the American Occupational Therapy Association, Baltimore, MD, April 3, 2014. [PDF]
Parham, L. D., Cohn, E., Spitzer, S., Koomar, J., Miller, L., Burke, J., Brett-Green, B., Mailloux, Z., May-Benson, T., et al. (2007). Fidelity in Sensory Integration Intervention Research. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 61, 216-227.
Parham, L.D., Mailloux, Z., May-Benson, T.A., Smith Roley, S. Use of the Ayres Sensory Integration® Intervention Fidelity Measure to Teach Entry-Level and Post-Professional Students. Poster presented at the AOTA Educational Summit, Denver, CO. October 18, 2015. [PDF]
Parham, L. D., Roley, S. S., May-Benson, T. A., Koomar, J., Brett-Green, B., Burke, J. P., Cohn, E, S., Mailloux, Z., Miller, L., Schaaf, R. C., et al. (2011). Development of a Fidelity Measure for Research on Effectiveness of Ayres Sensory Integration ® Intervention. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 65:133-142; doi:10.5014/ajot.2011.000745. [PDF]
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Sensory Integration-informed Speech Therapy Services in an Interprofessional OT/SLP Specialty Clinic (No CEUs)
This webinar describes a first step in formalizing a collaborative model of intervention – sensory processing informed speech and language intervention. This registration is for those who DO NOT require contact hours and/or AOTA CEUs.
Sensory Integration-informed Speech Therapy Services in an Interprofessional OT/SLP Specialty Clinic
This webinar describes a first step in formalizing a collaborative model of intervention – sensory processing informed speech and language intervention. This registration offers 1.5 contact hours and/or 0.15 AOTA CEUs.
Applying the Choosing Wisely(R) Recommendations in Sensory Integration Therapy with Individuals with Praxis Challenges: Intervention
Dr. Teresa May-Benson discusses the selection of intervention activities for those with praxis challenges
Applying the Choosing Wisely(R) Recommendations with the Autism Spectrum Population using the Sensory Integration Frame of Reference: Intervention
Dr Renee Watling discusses how to choose appropriate interventions for the autism spectrum population.
Assessment Tools for Sensory Integration and Praxis
Lane, S. J., Ivey, C. K., & May-Benson, T. A. (2014). Test of Ideational Praxis (TIP): Preliminary findings and interrater and test–retest reliability with preschoolers. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 68(5), 555-561. [PDF]
Ivey, C. K., Lane, S. J., & May-Benson, T. A. (2014). Interrater reliability and developmental norms in preschoolers for the Motor Planning Maze Assessment (MPMA). American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 68(5), 539-545. [PDF]
May-Benson, T. & Cermak, S. (2007). Development of an Assessment for Ideational Praxis. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 61, 148-153. [PDF]
May-Benson, T. & Koomar, J. (2007). Identifying Gravitational Insecurity in Children. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 61, 142-147. [PDF]
May-Benson, T. Lauchlan, C., Salazar, M., Polshuk, H., Rogers, C., & Sherman, S. Ideational Praxis and Playfulness in Children With and Without ASD. Poster presented at the American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Philadelphia, PA, April 1, 2017. [PDF]
May-Benson, T. & Friel, S. Relationships between Narrative Language Skills and Ideational Praxis in Children. Poster presented at the American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Philadelphia, PA, March 31, 2017. [PDF]
May-Benson, T.A. & Teasdale, A. Inter-Rater Reliability and Test-Retest Reliability of the Sensory Integration Clinical Observations. Poster presented at the American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Salt Lake City, Utah. April, 20 2018. [PDF]
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Applying the Choosing Wisely(R) Recommendations in Sensory Integration Therapy with Individuals with Praxis Challenges: Assessment
Dr Teresa May-Benson discusses how to choose appropriate assessments for individuals with praxis challenges
Applying the Choosing Wisely(R) Recommendations with the Autism Spectrum Population using the Sensory Integration Frame of Reference: Assessment
Dr Renee Watling introduces the Choosing Wisely campaign and how to apply recommendations when selecting SI assessments for the ASD population.
LiveTalks 2021 Series: Choosing Wisely
Ten conversations on how to apply recommendations made by AOTA while using the Sensory Integration Frame of Reference within diverse populations.
Preparing and Conducting a Sensory Integration Based Occupational Therapy Telehealth Evaluation
This course will introduce the concept of telehealth evaluations including a brief review of the AOTA Telehealth Position Paper.
Ayres Sensory Integration® as an Evidence-Based Intervention
May-Benson, T. A. (2012, September). Locating evidence for practice of occupational therapy using a sensory integration frame of reference. Sensory Integration Special Interest Section Quarterly, 35(3), 1–4. [PDF]
May-Benson, T. A., & Koomar, J. A. (2008). AOTA’s Centennial Vision and the sensory integration frame of reference. Sensory Integration Special Interest Section Quarterly, 31(1), 1–4. [PDF]
May-Benson, T. A., & Koomar, J. A. (2010). Evidenced-Based Systematic Review of the Efficacy of Sensory Integrative Intervention for Children. American Journal of Occupational Therapy. 64(3), 403-414; doi:10.5014/ajot.2010.09071. [PDF]
Schaaf, R.C., Benevides, T., Blanche, E.I., Brett-Green, B.A., Burke, J.P., Cohn, E.S., Koomar, J., Lane, S.J., Miller, L.J., May-Benson, T.A., Parham, D., & Schoen, S.A. (2010). Parasympathetic functions in children with sensory processing disorder. Frontiers of Integrative Neuroscience, 4(4). [PDF]
Schaaf, R. C., Burke, J. P., Cohn, E. C., May-Benson, T. A., Schoen, S., Roley, S. S., Lane, S. J., Parham, L. D., Mailloux, Z. (2014). The Issue Is: The State of Measurement in Occupational Therapy Using Sensory Integration. American Journal of Occupational Therapy. [PDF]
Schaaf, R., Dumont, R., Arbesman, M. & May-Benson, T. (2018). Efficacy of Occupational Therapy using Ayres Sensory Integration: A Systematic Review. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 72(1).
Schaaf, R. C., Schoen, S., May-Benson, T. A., Parham, L. D., Lane, S. J., Roley, S. S., Mailloux, Z. (2015). State of the science: A roadmap for research in sensory integration. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 69, 1-8. [PDF]
Schaaf, R. C., Schoen, S. A., Smith Roley, S., Lane, S. J., Koomar, J. A., & May-Benson, T. A. (2010). A frame of reference for sensory integration. In P. Kramer, & J. Hinojosa (Eds.), Frames of reference for pediatric occupational therapy (3rd ed., pp. 99). Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins.
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Applying Evidence-Based Practice to Ayres Sensory Integration®
This lecture will introduce participants to core concepts of evidence-based practice and describe how those concepts are applied to clinical practice utilizing Ayres Sensory Integration® theory, assessment and intervention.
Advances in Effectiveness of Ayres Sensory Integration® Using the Data-Driven Decision Making Model with Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
In this LiveTalk Dr. Roseann Schaaf will discuss the results of her ground-breaking randomized controlled trial on the effectiveness of Ayres Sensory Integration Intervention® with children with autism and will describe the clinical reasoning model she developed for the study.
Intervention Dosage and Ayres Sensory Integration®: The Current State of Knowledge
This webinar will address the concept of dosage- the amount of intervention needed to make a meaningful change- in relation to Ayres Sensory Integration (ASI).
Staying in Step with Sensory Integration Intervention: An Update on Ayres Sensory Integration® as an Evidence-Based Practice
This webinar will introduce participants to recent literature on evidence-based practice of Ayres Sensory Integration® Intervention.
Coping Skills and Sensory Integration
May-Benson, T. (2000, November 20). Examining Coping Skills in Children with Sensory Integration. OT Practice, American Occupational Therapy Association.
May-Benson, T. Sensory Processing and Coping Skills in Children with Sensory Integrative Dysfunction. Poster presented at the American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Indianapolis, Indiana, April 16 – 20, 1999.
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Promoting Self-Regulation Through Social Communication and Transactional Supports in Diverse Intervention Settings
This webinar will present sensory, social communication and transactional support strategies that occupational therapy practitioners may use to support client intervention for self-regulation across practice settings.
Supporting the Development of Children’s Regulation through Play
This webinar will discuss how to build children's self-regulation skills through play.
Interoception, Sensory Processing and Self-Regulation
This webinar will present information on what interoception is, its neurobiological foundations and how it relates to common areas of dysfunction in children with sensory integration challenges.
Sensory Integration Activities for Parents and Therapists
This video with Dr. Teresa May-Benson demonstrates a variety of treatment activities for parents and therapists for over ten pieces of primarily non-suspended and easy to use or make equipment.
Early Development, Play and Sensory Integration
May-Benson, T. Lauchlan, C., Salazar, M., Polshuk, H., Rogers, C., & Sherman, S. Ideational Praxis and Playfulness in Children With and Without ASD. Poster presented at the American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Philadelphia, PA, April 1, 2017. [PDF]
Hung, M., Lin, N., Quinn, J., Savla, P., Smith, D., May-Benson, T.A. Jarrold, Boucher, and Smith Play Scenario: Inter-rater Reliability with Preschoolers. Poster presented at the Massachusetts Association of Occupational Therapy, Norwood, MA, October 29, 2015. [PDF]
May-Benson, T.A., Koomar, J.A., and Teasdale, A. (2009). Incidence of pre-, peri-, and post-natal birth and developmental problems of children with sensory processing disorder and children with autism spectrum disorder. Frontiers of Integrative Neuroscience, 3(31). [PDF]
May-Benson, T. Sensory Processing in Children with ADD and Sensory Integrative Dysfunction: A Comparison with Typical Peers. Poster presented at the Neurobehavioral Rehabilitation Research Center, Fifth Annual Research Colloquium, Boston University, Boston, MA, May 5, 1997.
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OT and Early Intervention Team Collaboration: Finding Your Place on the Team
This live talk will address questions surrounding the where, when, how and why to successful collaboration between occupational therapists and other early intervention services.
Using Ayres Sensory Integration Intervention in Early Intervention
This webinar will examine how ASI intervention fits within early intervention services, how ASI may be provided with fidelity in this population, and what to look for in clinical reasoning and intervention activity implementation to increase fidelity to ASI in this setting.
Advances in Early Identification of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
This LiveTalk will highlight the importance of examining sensory processing as well as social-communication risk factors for early identification of autism and related developmental disorders and will discuss Dr. Baranek's work on the underlying mechanisms, development, and effects on daily activities and social development of the sensory features of autism.
Early Identification of Autism
This talk will discuss the recent research on the early identification of autism.
FOCUS Program for Mealtime Success, Feeding and Eating
Goodrich, L. & May-Benson, T. The FOCUS Program – A Systematic and Comprehensive Approach to Improve Feeding Skills and Mealtime Participation. Poster presented at the American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Philadelphia, PA, March 30, 2017. [Poster]
Goodrich, L. & May-Benson, T. The Role of Occupational Therapists in the Eating Disorder Community. Poster presented at American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, New Orleans, LA, April 4, 2019 [Poster]
Goal Attainment Scaling
Mailloux, Z., May-Benson, T., et al. (2007). The Issue Is: Goal Attainment Scaling as a Measure of Meaningful Outcomes for Children with Sensory Integration Disorders. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 61, 254-259. [PDF]
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Introduction to Goal Attainment Scaling as a Meaningful Outcome Measure for Sensory Integration-Based Services
This webinar will provide an introduction to the GAS goal writing methodology and present its strengths and challenges for implementation in clinical practice.
G.A.S.: Goal Attainment Scaling as a Meaningful Outcome Measure for Therapy Services
This online course will present an in-depth look at Goal Attainment Scaling (G.A.S.) methodology and its application as a functional outcome measure for sensory integration based occupational therapy.
Gravitational Insecurity
May-Benson, T. & Koomar, J. (2007). Identifying Gravitational Insecurity in Children. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 61, 142-147. [PDF]
May-Benson, T.A. & Teasdale, A. The State of Understanding of Gravitational Insecurity: A Scoping Review. Poster presented at the American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Salt Lake City, Utah. April, 19 2018. [PDF]
May-Benson, T. Teasdale, A., Gentile, . Gravitational Insecurity in Children. Poster presented at the American Occupational Therapy Association, Chicago, IL, April 8, 2016. [PDF]
May-Benson, T., Teasdale, A., Santos, W. Gravitational Insecurity in Adults. Poster presented at the American Occupational Therapy Association, Chicago, IL, April 8, 2016.
May-Benson, T., et al.. Normal Performance of 2-4 year old Children on a Gravitational Insecurity Assessment. Poster presented at the Neurobehavioral Rehabilitation Research Center, Second Annual Research Colloquium, Boston University, Boston, MA; Research Institute, Can-AM Occupational Therapy Association Conference, Boston, MA; Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapy Conference, Marlboro, MA. 1994.
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Identifying and Treating Gravitational Insecurity in Children and Adults with SPD
This webinar will discuss how to identify and assess gravitational insecurity in children and adults and differentiate it from other postural and vestibular dysfunctions.
The Evidence for Gravitational Insecurity as a Sensory Integration Dysfunction
This lecture will present information on the state of the evidence for gravitational insecurity as a sensory integration disorder as well as literature supporting assessment of this problem.
Obesity, Physical Fitness and Sensory Integration
Cermak, S., Bandini, L., Song, L., Tybor, D., Curtin, C., Gleason, J., Teasdale, A., May-Benson, T., & Munoz, M. Body Mass Index in Children with Developmental Coordination Disorder. Poster presented at the Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapy Annual Conference, Westford, MA, October 27, 2006. [PDF]
Gill, S. V., May-Benson, T. A., Teasdale, A., & Munsell, E. G. (2013). Birth and developmental correlates of birth weight in a sample of children with potential sensory processing disorder. BMC pediatrics, 13(1), 29. [PDF]
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The Magic of Play: Non-Verbal and Intersubjective Experience in Play
This webinar will examine why play is important and explore the neuroscientific foundations of play including identifying signals of safety/safeness, the hardwiring of play circuitry in the brain, the impact of play on developing brains, and regulation during play.
Supporting the Development of Children’s Regulation through Play
This webinar will discuss how to build children's self-regulation skills through play.
Clinical Reasoning for Addressing Play Skills in Sensory Integration
This LiveTalk will discuss the clinical reasoning behind assessment and intervention of play skills in children with sensory processing problems.
Advances in Understanding and Treating Play from a Sensory Integrative Perspective in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
This talk will present the current understanding of the relationship among sensory processing, praxis and play skills in children with ASD and will discuss intervention strategies to address play deficits in these children.
Parenting and Sensory Integration
Cohn, E., May-Benson, T., & Teasdale, A. (2011). The relationship between behaviors associated with sensory processing and parental sense of competence. OTJR: Occupation, Participation, Health. DOI: 10.3928/15394492-20110304-01. [PDF]
Cohn, E., Schub, J., Kramer, J., & May-Benson, T. (2014). Parents’ explanatory models and hopes for outcomes of occupational therapy using a sensory integration approach. American Journal of Occupational Therapy. [PDF]
Turner, K.A., Cohn, E.S., & Koomar, J. (2012) Mothering when mothers and children both have sensory processing challenges. British Journal of Occupational Therapy, 75(10), 449-455.
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Supporting Parents of Children with Sensory Processing Challenges: In and Out of the Clinic
This webinar will discuss how to support the parent-child relationship with an emphasis on supporting parents.
Troubling Tags and Socks
A recorded discussion on strategies to help the fussy dresser.
Promoting Eating in the Picky Eater
A recorded discussion on strategies to help promote eating in the picky eater.
Navigating Family Events
A recorded discussion on strategies to help navigate family events.
Praxis: Ideational Praxis and Motor Planning
Ivey, C. K., Lane, S. J. & May-Benson, T. A. (2014). Inter-rater Reliability and Developmental Norms in Preschoolers for the Motor Planning Maze Assessment. American Journal of Occupational Therapy.
Lane, S. J., Ivey, C. K., & May-Benson, T. A. (2014). Test of Ideational Praxis: Preliminary Findings, Inter-rater and Test-retest Reliability in Preschoolers. American Journal of Occupational Therapy. [PDF]
May-Benson, T. Inter-Rater Reliability of a Test of Ideational Praxis for Children. Poster presented at the Neurobehavioral Rehabilitation Research Center, Sixth Annual Research Colloquium, Boston University, Boston, MA, May 2, 1998.
May-Benson, T. & Cermak, S. (2007). Development of an Assessment for Ideational Praxis. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 61, 148-153. [PDF]
May-Benson, T. & Friel, S. Relationships between Narrative Language Skills and Ideational Praxis in Children. Poster presented at the American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Philadelphia, PA, March 31, 2017. [PDF]
May-Benson, T. Lauchlan, C., Salazar, M., Polshuk, H., Rogers, C., & Sherman, S. Ideational Praxis and Playfulness in Children With and Without ASD. Poster presented at the American Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference, Philadelphia, PA, April 1, 2017. [PDF]
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Applying the Choosing Wisely(R) Recommendations in Sensory Integration Therapy with Individuals with Praxis Challenges: Intervention
Dr. Teresa May-Benson discusses the selection of intervention activities for those with praxis challenges
Applying the Choosing Wisely(R) Recommendations in Sensory Integration Therapy with Individuals with Praxis Challenges: Assessment
Dr Teresa May-Benson discusses how to choose appropriate assessments for individuals with praxis challenges
Behavioral and Emotional Regulation: It’s Not Just About Modulation
This article explores the relationship between praxis skills and behavioral and emotional regulation with the intent of supporting occupational therapy practitioners in identifying and addressing these challenges.
Problems at School: Is it Behavior or is it Praxis?
This Livetalk will explore the complex, and sometimes misinterpreted, behaviors related to praxis difficulties, with a focus on ideational praxis.
SAFE PLACE, Sensory Integration, Trauma, Attachment and Mental Health
Holland, C. & May-Benson, T.A. (2014). Rationale for Integrating Attachment, Trauma, and Sensory Integration Theory: Spiral Foundation Self Study Series-Article. Newton, MA: Spiral Foundation. [Course]
May-Benson, T. (March 17, 2016). OTA The Koomar Center White Paper: A Sensory Integration-Based Perspective to Trauma-Informed Care for Children. Newton, MA: OTA the Koomar Center. [PDF]
May-Benson, T. & Sawyer, S. SAFE PLACE: A Collaborative Sensory Integration-Based Approach to Treating Trauma. The Rudd-REFCA 2016 Conference: New Worlds of Adoption & Foster Care: Thriving on the Frontline, UMass Amherst, Amherst, MA, May 13, 2016. [PDF]
May-Benson, T. & Sawyer, S. SAFE PLACE: Research Summary. Poster presented at the Association for Occupational Therapy Annual Conference, Salt Lake City, UT, April 20, 2018.
May-Benson, T. & Teasdale, A. (May 24, 2016). SAFE PLACE: Construct Validity Through Video Review – Project Summary. Newton, MA: The Spiral Foundation. [PDF]
May-Benson, T. & Teasdale, A. (April 13, 2017). The SAFE PLACE Program: A Program Review – Interim Project Summary. Newton, MA: The Spiral Foundation. [PDF]
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SAFE PLACE: A Multi-Disciplinary Approach to Treating Children with Complex Trauma and Sensory Processing Disorder – A Training Program
This course will discuss the SAFE PLACE model of care, including core assessment strategies and intervention principles.
OT and Psychology: Addressing the Relationship between Trauma, Attachment and Sensory Integration
This LiveTalk will discuss the collaboration of psychologists and occupational therapists in the treatment of children with complex trauma and attachment concerns.
Treatment Strategies for Self Regulation in Children
This presentation will focus on goal oriented treatment of children who struggle with sensory integration and mental health issues.
Addressing Trauma in Residential and School Settings
This LiveTalk will address sensory integration-based treatment strategies for children and adolescents in residential and school settings.
Sensory-Based Interventions
Kimball, J. G. & May-Benson, T. A. (2013). Complementary Sensory-Based Interventions in Occupational Therapy Using a Sensory Integration Approach, OT Practice 18(22), CE-1-8.
May-Benson, T. A., Carley, K., Szklut, S., & Schoen, S. (2013, June). Sound therapy: A complementary intervention for individuals with sensory integration and processing disorders, part II. Sensory Integration Special Interest Section Quarterly, 36(2), 1–4. [PDF]
May-Benson, T., & Schoen, S. Effectiveness of the Integrated Listening System for Children with Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder. Poster presented at the American Occupational Therapy Association, San Diego, CA, April 25, 2013. [PDF]
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Troubling Tags and Socks
A recorded discussion on strategies to help the fussy dresser.
Navigating Family Events
A recorded discussion on strategies to help navigate family events.
Clinical Reasoning for Developing and Implementing Sensory Diets for Modulation Problems
This live talk will discuss the clinical reasoning behind how to determine the need for a sensory diet program, how to develop one and what to look for to evaluate efficacy.
Building a Sensory Toolbox: Sensory Diets, What They Are, and How to Use Them
This webinar will discuss how to build a good sensory diet, covering the core concepts related to structured 'diets' and 'sensory points,' strategies for selecting appropriate activities, and how to implement them effectively.
Sensory Integration and Primates
Ingmanson, I. (2014, November). Project Holly: Can human-based behavioral therapy help a chimpanzee? Bridgewater Review, 33(2), 4 – 7.
Ingmanson, E.J., May-Benson, T. A., & Bauman, M. L. Behavioral Comparisons with Peers for a Young Adult Female Chimpanzee (Pan Troglodytes) following Application of Sensory Integration Therapy. Poster presented at the American Association of Physical Anthropologists, St. Louis, MO, March 25-29, 2015. [PDF]
Ingmanson, E. J., May-Benson, T. A., Braccini, I., Hunnicutt, T., & Bauman M. L. Application of Human-Based Sensory Integration Therapy for Improving the Well-Being of a Captive Chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes). Poster presented at the American Association of Physical Anthropologists, Portland, OR, April 11 – 15, 2012. [PDF]
Ingmanson, E. J., May-Benson, T. A., Braccini, S., Porton, I., & Bauman, M. L. Changes in Social Behavior Following the Application of Sensory-Integration Based Therapy in a Young Adult Female Chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes). Poster presented at the American Association of Physical Anthropologists, Knoxville, TN, April 9 – 13, 2013. [PDF]
Ingmanson, E.J., May-Benson, T. A., Braccini, S., Porton, I., & Bauman, M. L. The Holly Project: Continuing Behavioral Changes in a Young Adult Female Chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes) Identified with Sensory-Integration Difficulties. Poster presented at the American Association of Physical Anthropologists, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, April 8 – 12, 2014. [PDF]
Ingmanson, E.J., May-Benson, T.A., Hunnicutt, T.,Braccini, S., Porton, I., & Bauman, M.L. Social Behavior and Proximity to Group Members in a Captive Chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes) Identified with Sensory Integration Difficulties. Poster presented at the American Association of Physical Anthropologists, Minneapolis, MN, April 13 – 16, 2011. [PDF]
Ingmanson, E.J., May-Benson, T.A., Hunnicutt, T., Porton, I., Weber, M.A., Pruett, Jr., J.R., Beversdorf, D.Q., & Bauman, M.L. Chimpanzee behavioral anomalies: possible sensory integration difficulties in a captive individual (Pan troglodytes). Poster presented at the 79th Annual Meeting of the American Association of Physical Anthropologists, Albuquerque, New Mexico, April 14-17, 2010. Abstract in American Journal of Physical Anthropology, Supplement 50:132-33. [PDF]
May-Benson, T.A., Ingmanson, E.J., Braccini, S., Porton, IQ, Hunnicutt, T. & Bauman, M.L. The Holly Project: Applying sensory integration theory and practice to improving occupational performance and well being of captive chimpanzees (Pan Troglodytes). Poster presented at the American Occupational Therapy Association, Philadelphia, PA, April 14 – 17, 2011. [PDF]
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Telehealth
Easterbrooks-Dick, O., & Teasdale, A. Research Brief. Feasibility, Acceptability, and Effectiveness of a Sensory Integration Occupational Therapy Clinic Telehealth Program: A Program Review. [PDF]
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Using case examples from various age groups, this discussion will explore what components are essential to a successful oral motor and feeding telehealth session.
The Sensory Friendly Classroom Goes Home
Clinical reasoning behind setting up optimal remote and in-person classroom environments and practical ideas to implement and support parents and teachers.
Supporting Parents: The Occupational Therapy Practitioner’s Role as Coach
A discussion on the clinical reasoning behind parent coaching decisions
Self Study Article: Feasibility, Acceptability, and Effectiveness of a Sensory Integration Occupational Therapy Clinic Telehealth Program: A Program Review
Research showing that telehealth was found to be a feasible, acceptable and effective method of delivering SI-OT services by parents and therapists.