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A radiation field refers to the spatial distribution and intensity of radiation energy emitted from a source, which can include electromagnetic waves or particles. Understanding the characteristics of a radiation field is crucial for applications in medical imaging, radiation therapy, and nuclear safety.
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Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is a condition where the brain has trouble receiving and responding to information that comes in through the senses, leading to difficulties in performing everyday tasks. It can manifest as hypersensitivity or hyposensitivity to sensory inputs such as sound, touch, taste, and movement, affecting both children and adults in various ways.
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition characterized by challenges in social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors, with a wide range of symptoms and abilities across individuals. Early diagnosis and intervention can significantly improve outcomes, emphasizing the importance of tailored support and understanding for each person on the spectrum.
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Oral sensory processing refers to how the brain interprets and responds to information received from the mouth, including taste, texture, temperature, and movement. It plays a crucial role in feeding, speech development, and oral hygiene, and can impact behaviors and preferences related to eating and oral activities.
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Tactile defensiveness is a sensory processing disorder where individuals experience an exaggerated response to touch stimuli, often perceiving ordinary textures or contacts as uncomfortable or distressing. This condition can significantly impact daily activities and social interactions, necessitating tailored therapeutic interventions to help manage sensory sensitivities.
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Sensory Integration Therapy is an intervention designed to help individuals, particularly children with sensory processing disorders, to better process and respond to sensory information from their environment. It aims to improve daily functioning, social skills, and learning by engaging individuals in activities that challenge their sensory systems in a structured, repetitive way.
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Occupational therapy is a client-centered health profession focused on promoting health and well-being through occupation, enabling individuals to participate in daily activities that are meaningful to them. It addresses physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory-perceptual aspects of performance to enhance an individual's ability to perform tasks in their personal, work, and social environments.
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Sensory overload occurs when the brain receives more sensory input than it can process at one time, leading to feelings of being overwhelmed, anxiety, and stress. It is commonly experienced by individuals with sensory processing disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and even neurotypical individuals in highly stimulating environments.
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