At New Haven, understanding how each student responds to her senses is essential to her overall treatment. Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) occurs when the brain has difficulty interpreting the information it receives through the senses. This looks different in everyone and no two individuals interpret sensory input in exactly the same way. People can be over responsive, under responsive, or sensory seekers. Each individual’s brain will respond differently to certain senses.
Please follow this link to our most recent blog posting about SPD and how New Haven utilizes this data in our clincal approach.
The blog post discusses the three types of processing disorders, as well as additional resources and how SPD relates to Residential Treatment. Then take the assessment we use with our students to understand how you respond to sensory stimulation.
About New Haven
Founded in 1995, New Haven Residential Treatment Center has been an industry leader in treatment for young women since its inception. We serve adolescent females, ages 12-18. New Haven is clinically intensive with an emphasis on family involvement, healthy relationships, academics, love and service. New Haven is a fully licensed professional residential treatment center, located in rural Utah, just south of Salt Lake City.