The Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation (formerly known as the KID Foundation) is a registered 501(c)3, nonprofit organization dedicated to research, education and advocacy for Sensory Processing Disorder

Sensory processing disorder

Sensory processing disorder or SPD is a neurological disorder causing difficulties with taking in, processing and responding to sensory information about the environment and from within the own body .For those with SPD, sensory information may be sensed and perceived in a way that is different from...

. The Foundation was founded in 1979 by Dr. Lucy Jane Miller who serves as the Foundation's Executive Director. The Foundation is based in Greenwood Village, Colorado, USA.

Currently, the Foundation is leading the effort to get Sensory Processing Disorder added to the American Psychiatric Association

American Psychiatric Association

The American Psychiatric Association is the main professional organization of psychiatrists and trainee psychiatrists in the United States, and the most influential worldwide. Its some 38,000 members are mainly American but some are international...

's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders is published by the American Psychiatric Association and provides a common language and standard criteria for the classification of mental disorders...

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Services and Programs

The Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation offers many services and programs, including mentorship opportunities, as well as online resources, classes and webinars. These programs are designed for professional, parents, and are offered to anyone that is interested in learning more about sensory challenges and potential solutions. Page text.

Resources

The Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation offers a wealth of sensory processing disorder resources; including current research, news, articles and reports, links to parent connection groups, as well as advocacy information and supporting flyers. Page text.

Treatment Directory

The Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation offers help finding service providers. Intended to assist individuals and families in locating professionals that may help serve important needs, the options range from dentists to occupational therapists, among many others. Page text.

External links

• The Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation's Official Website

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