Research shows that the frontal lobe, the part of the brain responsible for decision-making, impulse control and managing emotions, develops much slower in children with ADHD and often is actually smaller in an ADHD brain than in the brain of a neurotypical child.

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As much as it can be hard for parents to let their kids get messy (believe me, I watch mine through gritted teeth!), it is a really important step in terms of helping them develop well functioning sensory systems and good eating habits not to mention good fine motor skills. So cover the floors, invest in a few good bibs, change out of your best clothes and get involved!

You may remember my previous post (click here) showing the progress made over 6 weeks. Here is the latest update…

So, having just dealt with a huge meltdown from my 3 year old after a soft play session where she spent the majority of the time spinning on a sit-on wheel, I feel the need to warn parents about the power of spinning on the brain. Although a useful tip for all parents, it is particularly poignant for those with children who have sensory processing difficulties, as these kids respond more unusually to sensory input and often have difficulty self-regulating as a result.