Behavior

Behavior

Can Primitive Reflex Integration Address Behavioral Issues?

Therapists and parents have found primitive reflex integration and rhythmic movements to be helpful for behavioral issues. These innate movements are calming for the nervous system, which can free children and adults from reactivity, impulsivity, and challenges with transitions.

All case studies are written by students of the Brain and Sensory Foundations First Level course.

Concerned-looking boy with thumb in mouth. Text: From reactive attachment to cuddling with Mom.

Pushing, Hitting, and Biting Diminish

Laughing boy in front of pink wall. Text: Huge reduction in violent outbursts

Reflex Integration Helps Boy with Oppositional Defiant Disorder

Smiling kindergartener sitting at circle time. Text: Less hyperactivity, more balance and regulation

Reflex Integration Improves Balance and Behavior

Young boy and his mother working with a speech therapist. Text: Help for speech, fine-motor, potty training, sensory, and behavior issues.

SLP Amazed: "He Is Now Speaking in Sentences"

Teenaged boy looking at camera. Text: Made gains not seen in years of therapy.

Teen Boy With Severe Toe Walking Sees Extreme Improvement

7-year-old girl smiling. Text: Mom" "The best thing I've ever done for my child."

Therapist about 7-Year-Old Girl: “I Was Astounded by Her Quick Progress”

Three-year-old girl focused on painting. Text: 3YO Gains Self-Regulation, ADLs

Therapist Amazed at Effectiveness of Innate Rhythmic Movements

Young boy writing, concentrating on homework. Text: Boy with ADHD expelled from school, is now thriving.

Therapist Helps Boy with ADHD Show His Skills and Gain His “First True Success”

Three children lying in grass side-by-side. Text: From aggressive fighting to peaceful playing.

Three Siblings with ASD Make Dramatic Progress; Parents Are Overjoyed

Smiling boy. Text: No more crying at daycare.

Toddler More Tolerant, Animated, and Happy after a Course of Rhythmic Movements.

Smiling boy with a bowl of cherries. Text: “Interventions worked wonders” for adopted boy

Young Boy Makes Great Progress—Less Aggression, More Compliance and Participation

Helpful girl drying dishes. Text: Relief from meltdowns and anxiety.

Young Girl Develops Emotional Regulation; Improves Handwriting, Motor Skills, and Learning

Two girls in scouting uniforms chatting in a text. Text: From violent meltdowns to calm, happy, and communicative.

Young Girl with Selective Mutism Is Transformed by Rhythmic Movements and Primitive Reflex Integration

Boy smiling into camera. text: 13 year old boy with ASD: Mom sees huge improvements in 14 weeks.

Young Teen with ASD and SPD: More Regulation, More Speech, More Stamina, More Fun


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