Estimulación sensorial y desarrollo psicomotor en un niño con trastorno espectro autista

Abstract

The present research aims to analyze the influence of sensory stimulation on the psychomotor development of a child with autism spectrum disorder ASD. Children with ASD often present challenges in sensory processing and psychomotor development, which can affect their ability to interact with the environment and perform daily activities. Sensory stimulation refers to controlled exposure to stimuli that activate the senses, such as sight, hearing, touch, smell, and taste, in order to improve sensory integration and motor skills. To carry out this study, a comprehensive review of the existing literature on the relationship between sensory stimulation and psychomotor development in children with ASD was conducted. In addition, a case study was conducted with a child diagnosed with ASD, in which a structured interview and the Tepsi Psychomotor Development Test, which includes specific activities designed to stimulate the different senses and improve fine and gross motor skills, were applied. Preliminary results indicate that sensory stimulation can have a positive impact on the psychomotor development of children with ASD. Improvements in motor coordination, ability to concentrate, and adaptation to new sensory environments were observed. However, long-term studies with a larger sample size are needed to confirm the positive impact of sensory stimulation on the psychomotor development of children with ASD