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#159 - Sensory Processing - Part 2 (Sound sensitivity, toothbrushing, haircuts, nail trims)

#159 - Sensory Processing - Part 2 (Sound sensitivity, toothbrushing, haircuts, nail trims)

FromDown Syndrome Center Podcast


#159 - Sensory Processing - Part 2 (Sound sensitivity, toothbrushing, haircuts, nail trims)

FromDown Syndrome Center Podcast

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Length:
18 minutes
Released:
Jul 20, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Dr. Katie Frank from the Adult Down Syndrome Center in Park Ridge, IL joined the podcast to answer listener questions regarding sound sensitivity, toothbrushing, haircuts, and nail trims.  So many people with Down syndrome have sensory difficulties with these tasks and Dr. Frank helped explain her approach to these situations. For fantastic caregiver resources on these types of topics, go to: https://adscresources.advocatehealth.com/ Some examples of equipment discussed on the podcast: 3 Headed Toothbrush Weighted Vest Automatic Nail Trimmer Hair Clipper   If you would like to suggest a topic for us to cover on the podcast, please send an e-mail to DownSyndromeCenter@chp.edu. If you would like to partner with the Down Syndrome Center, including this podcast, please visit https://givetochildrens.org/downsyndromecenter. Thank you to “Caring for Kids” The Carrie Martin Fund for its support of the Down Syndrome Center Podcast.   
Released:
Jul 20, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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This podcast contains information for caregivers and providers regarding Down syndrome. Hosted by Dr. Kishore Vellody, Medical Director of the Down Syndrome Center of Western Pennsylvania and former President of the National Down Syndrome Congress.