The Tactile Defensiveness Project

Welcome to The Tactile Defensiveness Project

Tactile defensiveness is a sensory processing issue where a child or young person has an unusually strong or negative reaction to certain tactile stimuli. This includes aversions to specific textures, sensations, or touches that others might find normal. For example, they may react strongly to the feel of certain fabrics, clothing tags, or even light touches.

This defensiveness can significantly impact daily life, making activities like getting dressed, eating, or personal hygiene challenging.

This webinar is designed for families of children or young people with tactile defensiveness who are seeking strategies to support their child. The information shared comes from personal experience from a project run in 2022 with the aim of helping others who are looking for effective approaches.

Learning Objectives

• What was the tactile defensiveness project?
• What were the aims and objectives of the project?
• How was the project run to support families?
• What was the impact of the project?
• What strategies were used to reduce tactile defensiveness?
• What are the considerations when trying these approaches for yourself?

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