---
title: "Move Play Thrive | Brain and Sensory Foundations Course - Blog"
description: "Insights from Sonia Story, M.S. on important developmental issues, and how challenges can be transformed via movement and the natural processes of neuroplasticity and development."
url: "https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog"
date: "2026-07-04T05:36:51+00:00"
language: "en-US"
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# Sonia’s Insights Blog

Join Sonia Story, M.S. for an in-depth look into important topics related to development. We can harness the power of development, neuroplasticity, and movement to transform challenges and boost well-being for children, teens, and adults. Find insights, research, and inspiration here.

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 [ ![Black and white photo of boy slumped face-down on his desk. obviously exhausted.](https://moveplaythrive.com/images/2023_Misc_Images/Misc_Insight_Images/Cover%20Images/INSIGHTS_Deficits_6.png) ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/research-and-evidence/kids-do-not-grow-out-of-deficits)

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 ##  [ Kids Do NOT Grow Out of Deficits ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/research-and-evidence/kids-do-not-grow-out-of-deficits)

   June 15, 2026

- [ Anxiety ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/anxiety-blog)
- [ Rhythmic Movements ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/rhythmic-movements-blog)
- [ Early Intervention ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/early-intervention-blog)
- [ Behavior Issues ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/behavior-issues-blog)
- [ Learning Challenges ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/learning-challenges-blog)
- [ First Level course ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/first-level-course-blog)

## Research Shows Most Children Have Retained Primitive Reflexes That Are Linked to Persistent Challenges

*Recent research revealed that a large majority of children—86 to 100 percent—exhibited retained primitive reflexes and associated motor deficits. For kids who struggle with motor deficits in early life, research also shows we cannot assume they will “grow out” of these challenges without intervention.*

 [ Read more: Kids Do NOT Grow Out of Deficits ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/research-and-evidence/kids-do-not-grow-out-of-deficits)

 [ ![Image with Text: 1 Goal + 5 Easy Steps = Profound Results](https://moveplaythrive.com/images/2023_Misc_Images/Misc_Insight_Images/Cover%20Images/5-Step%20Balance%20-%20INSTA.png) ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/program-methodology-what-makes-the-brain-and-sensory-foundations-program-unique/enhancing-goal-attainment-with-the-5-step-balance-process-2)

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 ##  [ Enhancing Goal Attainment with the 5-Step Balance Process ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/program-methodology-what-makes-the-brain-and-sensory-foundations-program-unique/enhancing-goal-attainment-with-the-5-step-balance-process-2)

   April 27, 2026

- [ Anxiety ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/anxiety-blog)
- [ Behavior Issues ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/behavior-issues-blog)
- [ Learning Challenges ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/learning-challenges-blog)
- [ First Level course ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/first-level-course-blog)
- [ 5-Step Balance Process ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/5-step-balance-process-blog)

## Remove Blocks to Achievement and Boost Primitive Reflex Integration

*Have you ever wanted to do something but felt blocked in starting it, or unable to follow it through to the end? Accomplishing meaningful goals is easy for some, but much more intimidating for others.*

 [ Read more: Enhancing Goal Attainment with the 5-Step Balance Process ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/program-methodology-what-makes-the-brain-and-sensory-foundations-program-unique/enhancing-goal-attainment-with-the-5-step-balance-process-2)

 [ ![Black and white photo of a young man standing as a train passes by behind him. Text: Dr. Blomberg &quot;ADHD Diagnosis Cancelled&quot;](https://moveplaythrive.com/images/2023_Misc_Images/Misc_Insight_Images/Cover%20Images/COVER_ADHD.png) ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/conditions-and-indicators-of-retained-primitive-reflexes/doctors-1-solution-for-adhd)

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 ##  [ Doctor's #1 Solution for ADHD ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/conditions-and-indicators-of-retained-primitive-reflexes/doctors-1-solution-for-adhd)

   March 19, 2026

- [ ADHD ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/adhd-blog)
- [ Sensory Processing and SPD ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/sensory-processing-and-spd-blog)
- [ Rhythmic Movements ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/rhythmic-movements-blog)
- [ Behavior Issues ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/behavior-issues-blog)

## Addressing ADHD Through Neurodevelopmental Movements

*Would you agree that—despite decades of research into symptoms and causes—ADHD is still widespread in both children and adults? Are you interested in lasting solutions for the sensory issues, anxiety, learning, and behavioral challenges that commonly accompany ADHD?*

 [ Read more: Doctor's #1 Solution for ADHD ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/conditions-and-indicators-of-retained-primitive-reflexes/doctors-1-solution-for-adhd)

 [ ![Older woman on a walk, bending down to tie her shoes](https://moveplaythrive.com/images/2023_Misc_Images/Misc_Insight_Images/Cover%20Images/COVER_Stroke.png) ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/research-and-evidence/hope-for-stroke-parkinsons-and-dementia)

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 ##  [ Hope for Stroke, Parkinson's, and Dementia ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/research-and-evidence/hope-for-stroke-parkinsons-and-dementia)

   March 04, 2026

- [ Mental Health ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/mental-health-blog)
- [ Teens and Adults ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/teens-and-adults-blog)
- [ First Level course ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/first-level-course-blog)

## Reclaiming Mobility and Function with the Power of Neurodevelopmental Movements

*Often we forget what our teachers have taught us. But sometimes a meaningful lesson sticks and we remember it forever. Many years ago, I received two valuable teachings regarding brain injury and Parkinson's disease that I have always remembered.*

 [ Read more: Hope for Stroke, Parkinson's, and Dementia ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/research-and-evidence/hope-for-stroke-parkinsons-and-dementia)

 [ ![List of conditions that can be addressed using primitive reflex integration. Text: Anxiety, Developmental Delay, Motions sickness, Handwriting, Learnin Challenges, ADHD, Hyperactivity, Depression, Bedwetting, Baldder &amp; Bowel, etc.](https://moveplaythrive.com/images/2023_Misc_Images/Misc_Insight_Images/Cover%20Images/SensoryReflexes21.png) ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/neurodevelopmental-movements-foundation-for-optimal-function/sensory-or-reflexes-two-sides-of-the-same-issue)

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 ##  [ Sensory or Reflexes? Two Sides of the Same Issue ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/neurodevelopmental-movements-foundation-for-optimal-function/sensory-or-reflexes-two-sides-of-the-same-issue)

   February 11, 2026

- [ Sensory Processing and SPD ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/sensory-processing-and-spd-blog)
- [ Rhythmic Movements ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/rhythmic-movements-blog)
- [ First Level course ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/first-level-course-blog)

## How Primitive Reflex Integration Improves Sensory Processing

*Primitive reflexes and sensory processing are intertwined in our neurology and development. Because these systems affect each other, reflex integration can be used to achieve positive outcomes for many sensory-based conditions.*

 [ Read more: Sensory or Reflexes? Two Sides of the Same Issue ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/neurodevelopmental-movements-foundation-for-optimal-function/sensory-or-reflexes-two-sides-of-the-same-issue)

 [ ![Two rows of babies -- the top row with normal postu](https://moveplaythrive.com/images/2023_Misc_Images/Misc_Insight_Images/Cover%20Images/COVER_LearningChallenges1.png) ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/conditions-and-indicators-of-retained-primitive-reflexes/reversing-learning-challenges)

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 ##  [ Reversing Learning Challenges ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/conditions-and-indicators-of-retained-primitive-reflexes/reversing-learning-challenges)

   January 30, 2026

- [ Behavior Issues ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/behavior-issues-blog)
- [ Learning Challenges ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/learning-challenges-blog)

## Building Better Learning from the Ground Up

*Have you noticed that learning challenges in children seem to be more common, more pervasive, and more difficult to address than ever before? There are underlying reasons we explore in this article—along with simple, effective methods for reversing learning challenges.

 [ Read more: Reversing Learning Challenges ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/conditions-and-indicators-of-retained-primitive-reflexes/reversing-learning-challenges)

 [ ![Therapist demonstrating rhythmic movements](https://moveplaythrive.com/images/2023_Misc_Images/Misc_Insight_Images/Cover%20Images/COVER_RM2b.png) ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/research-and-evidence/new-research-validates-rhythmic-movements)

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 ##  [ New Research Validates Rhythmic Movements ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/research-and-evidence/new-research-validates-rhythmic-movements)

   January 08, 2026

- [ ADHD ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/adhd-blog)
- [ Rhythmic Movements ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/rhythmic-movements-blog)
- [ Learning Challenges ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/learning-challenges-blog)

## Why Rhythmic Movements Are Essential for Child Development, Learning, and Brain Maturity

*See research and case study evidence showing how innate rhythmic movements can help children with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, learning delays, and other neurodevelopmental challenges.*

 [ Read more: New Research Validates Rhythmic Movements ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/research-and-evidence/new-research-validates-rhythmic-movements)

 [ ![Young boy sitting in a car looking out the windwo](https://moveplaythrive.com/images/2023_Misc_Images/Misc_Insight_Images/Cover%20Images/COVER_MentalHealth.png) ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/conditions-and-indicators-of-retained-primitive-reflexes/a-sensory-motor-approach-to-mental-health)

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 ##  [ A Sensory-Motor Approach to Mental Health ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/conditions-and-indicators-of-retained-primitive-reflexes/a-sensory-motor-approach-to-mental-health)

   October 21, 2025

- [ Mental Health ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/mental-health-blog)
- [ Sensory Processing and SPD ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/sensory-processing-and-spd-blog)
- [ Anxiety ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/anxiety-blog)

## How Neurodevelopmental Movements Can Improve Mental Health Outcomes

*Learn how primitive reflex integration and developing the sensory systems can greatly improve regulation, focus, and mental health.*

 [ Read more: A Sensory-Motor Approach to Mental Health ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/conditions-and-indicators-of-retained-primitive-reflexes/a-sensory-motor-approach-to-mental-health)

 [ ![Mother holding crying child sitting at the table](https://moveplaythrive.com/images/2023_Misc_Images/Misc_Insight_Images/Cover%20Images/COVER_Meltdowns.png) ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/conditions-and-indicators-of-retained-primitive-reflexes/how-to-tame-meltdowns-and-manage-transitions)

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 ##  [ How to Tame Meltdowns and Manage Transitions ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/conditions-and-indicators-of-retained-primitive-reflexes/how-to-tame-meltdowns-and-manage-transitions)

   July 17, 2025

- [ Sensory Processing and SPD ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/sensory-processing-and-spd-blog)
- [ Anxiety ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/anxiety-blog)
- [ Rhythmic Movements ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/rhythmic-movements-blog)
- [ Behavior Issues ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/behavior-issues-blog)
- [ First Level course ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/posts-by-tag/first-level-course-blog)

## Dr. Blomberg’s #1 Recommendation For Tantrums, Meltdowns, and Troublesome Transitions

*What is at the root of emotional and behavior disturbances? How can we prevent meltdowns and address challenging transitions?*

 [ Read more: How to Tame Meltdowns and Manage Transitions ](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/conditions-and-indicators-of-retained-primitive-reflexes/how-to-tame-meltdowns-and-manage-transitions)

  [ ![Compilation of 3 research studies and blog category of related posts](https://moveplaythrive.com/images/Blog_Categories_Articles/ResearchForInsightsHierarchy%201.png#joomlaImage://local-images/Blog_Categories_Articles/ResearchForInsightsHierarchy%201.png?width=550&height=375)](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/research-and-evidence)

 ### [ Research and Evidence](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/research-and-evidence)

  [ ![Wordcloud graphic indicating category about neurodevelopmental challenges: ADHD, Toe Walking, Autism, Trauma, Sleep Challenges, Core Strength and Stamina, Sleep Challenges, Dizziness, SPD, PTSD, Cerebral Palsy, Handwriting, Pain, Learning Challenges, Speech Delay, Sensory Disorders, Motion Sickness, Behavior Issues, Anxiety, Developmental Delay, Fine Motor Issues, Hyperactivity, Neurological Disorders, Bedwetting.](https://moveplaythrive.com/images/Blog_Categories_Articles/Conditions%20Cloud%20550%20x%20688%20px2.png#joomlaImage://local-images/Blog_Categories_Articles/Conditions%20Cloud%20550%20x%20688%20px2.png?width=550&height=375)](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/conditions-and-indicators-of-retained-primitive-reflexes)

 ### [ Conditions and Indicators of Retained Primitive Reflexes](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/conditions-and-indicators-of-retained-primitive-reflexes)

  [ ![Side-profile drawing of a brain, with the developmental reflex hierarchies labeled in relevant sections describing posts related to neurodevelopment principles. ](https://moveplaythrive.com/images/Blog_Categories_Articles/Jumpforjoy.png#joomlaImage://local-images/Blog_Categories_Articles/Jumpforjoy.png?width=550&height=375)](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/neurodevelopmental-movements-foundation-for-optimal-function)

 ### [ Neurodevelopmental Movements: Foundation for Optimal Function](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/neurodevelopmental-movements-foundation-for-optimal-function)

  [ ![Mother and daughter laying prone on the floor, pressing their hands against each other with their heads lifted. Posts about uniqueness of Brain and Sensory program methodology.](https://moveplaythrive.com/images/Blog_Categories_Articles/MoroForInsightsCategory1.png#joomlaImage://local-images/Blog_Categories_Articles/MoroForInsightsCategory1.png?width=550&height=375)](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/program-methodology-what-makes-the-brain-and-sensory-foundations-program-unique)

 ### [ Program Methodology: What Makes the Brain and Sensory Foundations Program Unique?](https://moveplaythrive.com/resources/blog/program-methodology-what-makes-the-brain-and-sensory-foundations-program-unique)

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