When weight lightens the load – Perception problems and autism in everyday teaching

Research shows that approximately 20–30% of students in a classroom exhibit sensory processing differences – a similar situation can be observed in kindergarten settings. Many of these children become quickly overstimulated, feel internally restless, and display challenging or conspicuous behavior.

Addressing everyday tension through deep pressure and weighted input

In my presentation, I explore the topics of sensory processing and autism and demonstrate, through practical examples, how targeted deep pressure and weighted input can be used in everyday educational settings to support regulation and calming. These approaches provide valuable support – helping to relieve the burden on those affected while fostering greater calm and a sense of safety in shared daily routines.

Presentation content:

• Sensory processing
• Sensory processing difficulties – causes and effects
• The “sensory spiral” – multitasking in sensory input | transmission | processing
• Why is weight so important?
• Practical tips and strategies for working with sensory processing difficulties and autism
• How can weight be used in schools and kindergartens? – practical examples and hands-on experience

The presentation is aimed at everyone who supports children with sensory processing differences in educational settings: teachers, kindergarten educators (early childhood educators), support and classroom assistants, professionals working in after-school and extended care programs, as well as parents of affected children.