Sensory Integration Network

01/04/2026

It’s the start of a new month and there’s a definite feel of spring in the air 🌸

The perfect time to share with you the bumper-packed programme of live webinars we have lined up for you over the coming weeks! 💻✨

Take a look at what’s in store 👇

📅 15 April: 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆-𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗢𝗧 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘆, 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 – Hosted by Mim Ochsenbein and Dr Lisa Porter

📅 29 April: 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗳𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 – Hosted by Amy Stephens

📅 12 May: 𝗡𝗲𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 – Hosted by Dr Gillian Rogers

📅 21 May: 𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗦/𝗣𝗔𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗦 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 – Hosted by Dr Michelle Newby

📅 15 June: 𝗖𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 – Hosted by Dr Jayna Niblock

We can’t wait to see you there! 🙌

All live webinars are included with the SIE Lifelong Learning Programme or you can purchase sessions individually.

Sign up to the SIE Lifelong Learning Programme 👇

01/04/2026

Camouflaging also known as masking may represent a significant barrier to autism diagnosis, yet its role in clinical assessment remains underexplored.

Findings from a mixed-methods study of autistic adults and clinicians indicate broad agreement that camouflaging influences adult autism assessments. While most clinicians report routinely considering camouflaging, fewer autistic adults recall being explicitly asked about it.

Qualitative insights suggest camouflaging shapes diagnostic interpretation, affects self-understanding, and may contribute to the under-recognition of autistic traits by others.

These findings highlight the need for more explicit and systematic consideration of camouflaging within adult autism assessments, alongside greater integration of autistic perspectives to inform clinical practice.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202788

Follow us to keep up to date on the latest research in Sensory Integration and Neurodiversity.

To learn more about supporting individuals with sensory differences across the lifespan see the link below:
https://www.sensoryintegrationeducation.com/bundles/Sensory-Inclusion-Facilitator-Certificate-B

31/03/2026

This is a great round of sensory inclusive days out for children and teens in London.

https://www.royalgreenwich.gov.uk/send/whats-new-our-local-offer/2026/neurodivergent-autism-friendly-days-out-london-kids-and-teens #

Friday 27 March 2026 London’s brilliant—but if your child is autistic or has sensory differences, it can be a bit of a chaotic minefield. But here at KidRated, we believe every family deserves great days out, and we’re here to help make the planning easier.So, we’ve rounded up the best autis...

30/03/2026

A new study (n=795; ages 4–17) examined the mechanisms underlying Extreme Demand Avoidance (EDA) across autistic and neurotypical populations.

Findings indicate that anxiety and autism traits are positively associated with EDA behaviours across all groups. Notably, sensory reactivity, specifically sensory sensitivity and sensory seeking, uniquely characterised EDA in the autism + PDA group. In contrast, intolerance of uncertainty was associated with EDA only in neurotypical children, and not in autistic children without PDA.

These results suggest that heightened sensory reactivity may be a key mechanism underpinning demand avoidance in PDA, with implications for developing targeted, strengths-based and sensory-informed intervention approaches.



https://doi.org/10.1016/j.reia.2026.202816

Follow us to keep up to date on the latest research in Sensory Integration and Neurodiversity.

To learn more about supporting individuals with sensory differences across the lifespan see the link below:
https://www.sensoryintegrationeducation.com/bundles/Sensory-Inclusion-Facilitator-Certificate-B

29/03/2026

To mark Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2026 earlier in March, Buro Happold has published a new white paper on sensory mapping, exploring how clearer sensory information about spaces can reduce anxiety, improve predictability and support more neuro-inclusive environments.

Sensory mapping white paper from Buro Happold shows how maps can reduce anxiety and support more neuro-inclusive experiences.

28/03/2026

East Midlands Airport has unveiled a new Quiet Room and the UK’s first airport sensory CalmPod, giving neurodivergent travellers and families a calm, accessible space away from the bustle of the terminal.

A brand new Quiet Room has been developed in an area in the terminal away from the bustle of the main departure lounge, alongside which the first sensory pod

27/03/2026

New research shows that social camouflaging isn’t limited to autism.
In a study of 202 adults with ADHD, 91.6% reported masking their ADHD traits to fit in, avoid stigma, and navigate a neurotypical world. While camouflaging may help social outcomes, it often leads to exhaustion, identity disturbance, and mental health challenges.

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S3050579826000045?via%3Dihub

Follow us to keep up to date on the latest research in Sensory Integration and Neurodiversity.

To learn more about supporting individuals with sensory differences across the lifespan see the link below:
https://www.sensoryintegrationeducation.com/bundles/Sensory-Inclusion-Facilitator-Certificate-B

26/03/2026

The release of the Schools White Paper ‘Every Child Achieving and Thriving’ has prompted significant discussion across the SEND community.

In her latest Thoughts from a Therapist blog, Anna Willis of Active Play Therapies shares an honest and heartfelt reflection on what this could mean for children with SEND—and the families supporting them every day.

💭 “The answer is to change schools to meet children where they are now.”

If you’re a professional working in the SEND community, this blog really speaks to what so many are feeling right now 💛

👉 Read the full blog here:
https://www.sensoryintegrationeducation.com/pages/news-thoughts-from-a-therapist-my-reflections-on-the-schools-white-paper-every-child-achieving-and-thriving

Join us on 15th April for a live discussion on what these changes could mean in practice for therapists delivering Ayres Sensory Integration and ASI-informed interventions in schools.

Share your views and help shape the consultation response.

Find out more and register your free place via the link in the comments below 👇

26/03/2026

There is a new podcast that provides support to parents of neurodivergent children and young people. See the link below to learn more about this resource.

A new podcast has launched to help parents raising children with learning and thinking differences connect with others facing similar challenges.

25/03/2026

“Hey SensorNet… what were you like in the 90s?”

We took a look back at our very first front covers — and it’s safe to say a few things have changed.

SensorNet turns 30 this year.

Thank you to everyone who’s been part of the journey over the past three decades. The next issue is coming soon.

Do you remember receiving your copy by post in the early days?

25/03/2026

𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗴𝗮𝗽𝘀.

Are you confident that your day-to-day practice truly meets the sensory needs of the people you support? Even small sensory barriers in tasks, routines or environments can affect participation, engagement and wellbeing.

The Sensory Inclusion Facilitator course helps health and care professionals:

✔️ Recognise how sensory processing differences impact participation

✔️ Identify barriers in your practice that might be limiting engagement

✔️ Use practical, evidence-based strategies to support everyone with confidence

Start strengthening your practice with sensory insight — and create meaningful, inclusive experiences for those you work with!

Learn more and enrol today 👇

25/03/2026

In this new study which investigated actual and perceived motor competency in children aged 7–9 years, children with both low motor skills and low confidence were the least active and least fit. But kids with low motor skills who felt confident were just as active as their peers event though their fitness was still lower.

The findings suggests that boosting children's confidence in their movement abilities could help keep them active, especially for those at risk of developmental coordination challenges. Interventions that build both skill and confidence may be key to supporting healthy physical development.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2026.103086

Follow us to keep up to date on the latest research in Sensory Integration and Neurodiversity.

To learn more about supporting individuals with sensory differences across the lifespan see the link below:
https://www.sensoryintegrationeducation.com/bundles/Sensory-Inclusion-Facilitator-Certificate-B