Occupational Therapy -> Sensory -> Olfactory

Olfactory

Olfactory processing is the way in which we take in and interpret what we smell. Examples of olfactory processing challenges include the following examples: inability to smell or notice hazardous smells (i.e, gas, fire), and heightened sensitivity to smells causing nausea/inability to be in a required space or try new foods.

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Related Disorder(s)

  • Sensory processing disorders - Sensory processing disorder is a condition in which the brain has trouble receiving and responding to information that comes in through the senses.

Resources

  • Homemade Sugar Scrub preview

    Homemade Sugar Scrub

    Kimberly Luster, COTA

    Sensory Integration Resource. Recipe Resource. Occupational Therapy Resource. Physical Therapy Resource. Homemade sugar scrub can be made to use in the home, in the clinic, and during teletherapy w...

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