CHECKLIST FOR SENSORY PROCESSING DISORDER (ADOLESCENTS & ADULTS) – SENSORY MODULATION DISORDER (SMD)

  • is afraid of heights
  • avoids escalators/ or elevators
  • gets dizzy easily (eg. when driving)
  • bumps into things
  • feels clumsy
  • keeps the shades down
  • take long time to adjust to daylight
  • is bothered by bright lights
  • becomes frustrated when looking for things
  • doesn’t notice when people come into the room
  • is bothered in a busy environment (eg. Supermarket)
  • is constantly touching things or others
  • is bothered by certain fabrics
  • doesn’t like having hair cut
  • avoids standing close to others
  • doesn’t notice when face or hands are dirty
  • has difficulty working on two or more tasks at the same time
  • seems slower when carrying out tasks
  • has difficulty paying attention
  • has difficulty concentrating
  • gets frustrated with changes
  • startles easily at unexpected noises
  • makes noises for noise sake
  • is distracted with movement around
  • stays away from crowds
  • needs instructions to be repeated several times
  • doesn’t smell things that others do
  • only eats familiar foods
  • avoids certain food textures and temperatures

 

SPD Checklist information provided by Hopscotch Children’s Therapy Centre