Item

%

Auditory Processing

1. Responds negatively to unexpected or loud noises (for example, cries or hides at noise from vacuum cleaner, dog barking, hair dryer)

33.3

2. Holds hands over ears to protect ears from sound

16.7

3. Has trouble completing tasks when the radio is on

25.0

4. Is distracted or has trouble functioning if there is a lot of noise around

50.0

5. Can’t work with background noise (for example, fan, refrigerator)

16.7

6. Appears to not hear what you say (for example, does not “tune-in” to what you say, appears to ignore you)

25.0

7. Doesn’t respond when name is called but you know the child’s hearind is OK

16.7

8. Enjoys strange noises/seeks to make noise for noise’s sake

25.0

Vestibular Processing

18. Becomes anxious or distressed when feet leave the ground

8.3

19. Dislikes activities where head is upside down (for example, somersaults, roughhousing)

16.7

20. Avoids playground equipment or moving toys (for example, swing set, merry-go-round)

8.3

21. Dislikes riding in a car

0.0

22. Holds head upright, even when bending over or leaning (for example, maintains a rigid position/posture during activity)

0.0

23. Becomes disoriented after bending over sink or table (for example, falls or gets dizzy)

0.0

24. Seeks all kinds of movement and this interferes with daily routines (for example, can’t sit still, fidgets)

33.3

25. Seeks out all kinds of movement activities (for example, being whirled by adult, merry-go-rounds, playground equipment)

25.0

26. Twirls/spins self frequently throughout the day (for example, likes dizzy feeling)

8.3

27. Rocks unconsciously (for example, while watching TV)

0.0

28. Rocks in desk/chair/on floor

0.0

Modulation of Sensory Input Affecting Emotional Responses

92. Needs more protection from life than other children (for example, defenseless physically or emotionally)

41.7

93. Rigid rituals in personal hygiene

25.0

94. Is overly affectionated with others

41.7

95. Doesn’t perceive body language or facial expressions (for example, unable to interpret)

50.0

Emotional/Social Responses

100. Seems to have difficulty liking self (for example, low self-esteem)

16.7

101. Has trouble “growing up” (for example, reacts immaturely to situations)

50.0

102. Is sensitive to criticisms

50.0

103. Has definite fears (for example, fears are predictable)

41.7

104. Seems anxious

33.3

105. Displays excessive emotional outbursts when unsuccessful at a task

50.0

106. Expresses feeling like a failure

16.7

107. Is stubborn or uncooperative

33.3

108. Has temper tantrums

25.0

109. Poor frustration tolerance

33.3

110. Cries easily

41.7

111. Overly serious

8.3

112. Has difficulty making friends (for example, does not interact or participate in gropu play)

33.3

113. Has nightmares

0.0

114. Has fears that interfere with daily routine

25.0

115. Doesn’t have a sense of humor

16.7

116. Doesn’t express emotions

0.0

Emotionally Reactive

121. Has difficulty tolerating changes in plans and expectations

16.7

122. Has difficulty tolerating changes in routines

25.0

Inattention/Distractibility

48. Has difficulty paying attention

50.0

49. Looks away from tasks to notice all actions in the room

58.3