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February 2016 PMID 26858611

White Matter Microstructure is Associated with Auditory and Tactile Processing in Children with and without Sensory Processing Disorder.

Yi-Shin Chang, Mathilde Gratiot, Julia P Owen, Anne Brandes-Aitken, Shivani S Desai, Susanna S Hill, Anne B Arnett, Julia Harris, Elysa J Marco, Pratik Mukherjee

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The discussions highlight the relevance of brain microstructure in sensory processing, with mentions of referencing neurological theory and paediatric interventions, exemplified by phrases like 'interwove the theory, principles and neuroscience support.' The tone and choice of words reflect a respectful acknowledgment of the research's importance but lack detailed critique or enthusiasm, leading to moderate scores.

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Abstract in brief

  • The study examines how the microstructure of white matter in the brain is linked to auditory and tactile processing in children aged 8-12, both with and without Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), showing that children with SPD exhibit altered white matter, especially in areas responsible for sensory integration.
  • Findings reveal that these white matter differences correlate strongly with actual sensory processing measurements, with direct assessments of tactile and auditory functions providing a clearer connection to brain microstructure than parent reports.
  • The research suggests that diffusion MRI could be a valuable tool for identifying biomarkers to improve diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of SPD by revealing neural correlates of sensory processing abilities.]
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Gina Evans
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https://t.co/AH6VaHyGbX & https://t.co/FX7HxxaLRd were both referenced during the SI section of Ellen McLaughlin’s fascinating presentation which interwove the theory, principles and neuroscience support for paediatric interventions @SINetwork #AOTA19

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Sensory Integration Education
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RT @GinaDalyOT: https://t.co/AH6VaHyGbX & https://t.co/FX7HxxaLRd were both referenced during the SI section of Ellen McLaughlin’s fascinat…

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Prof. Lesley Collier
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RT @GinaDalyOT: https://t.co/AH6VaHyGbX & https://t.co/FX7HxxaLRd were both referenced during the SI section of Ellen McLaughlin’s fascinat…

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Sensory Integration Education
@SINetwork · X

RT @GinaDalyOT: https://t.co/AH6VaHyGbX & https://t.co/FX7HxxaLRd were both referenced during the SI section of Ellen McLaughlin’s fascinat…

Apr 6, 2019 · 2 shares · 6,942 followers View post →
Gina Evans
@GinaEvansOT · X

https://t.co/AH6VaHyGbX & https://t.co/FX7HxxaLRd were both referenced during the SI section of Ellen McLaughlin’s fascinating presentation which interwove the theory, principles and neuroscience support for paediatric interventions @SINetwork #AOTA19

Apr 6, 2019 · 7 likes · 2 shares · 390 followers View post →