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Child Behavior (Expert Forum)
Wearing of clothes
Answered by
Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D. - Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, Family Therapy, Crisis Intervention
Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates
This forum is for questions and support regarding child behavior issues such: Child Discipline (behavior management), Normal Child Development, Parent-Child Communications, Social Development
Doctor's Answer
by Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D., Feb 17, 2003 12:00AM
, Feb 17, 2003 12:00AM
It can be, but more likely it represents a type of sensory integration problem involving sensitivity to touch, or tactile sensitivity. An occupational therapist could determine if this is so.
Member Comments (3)
by FredF, Feb 17, 2003 12:00AM
This started while she was quite young. What kind of treatment is involved?
by Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D., Feb 18, 2003 12:00AM
, Feb 18, 2003 12:00AM
The occupational therapist will pinpoint the types of sensitivity and then use various implements/activities to help the child adjust. If you do a search for 'tactile defensiveness' you'll find plenty of information.
