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On my first placement I was introduced to what is known as sensory modulation room. These rooms are used to stimulate senses and create a reaction in patients which will benefit them therapeutically. It is used for a range of individuals with lots of different impairments working specifically on specific senses, dependant on the individual. I was specifically working with mental health aiming at de- escalation or prevention but this is also an area used largely to work with children with developmental impairments. It is said that the stimulation and interaction of the senses can largely improve functioning and de- escalate stressful situations. Below are some examples of different kinds of sensory rooms and equipments.
This video is a quick run down on how sensory rooms work to improve functioning in individuals with some kind of developmental delay...
This is an example of a Snoezelen room
This is another Snoezelen room
This link will take you to a page which will tell you how to set up your own Snoezelen room...
Here is a link to a site which explains what a weighted blanket is therapeutically used for- on my placement we had these in our sensory room and it was used by patients who were feeling anxious. It was amazing to see the almost instant de-escalation of their mood.
Really interesting stuff here Rhiann, something I have never been exposed to. Well done :)
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