Autism and Sensory Issues

[CeriBear]

This year I have a child with autism and sensory processing issues. He does not socialize well with the other children and when he does will do things like touch their hair or pat their arms and the other kids don’t like it. As a result the other kids don’t like to play with him. He touches people in circle time and when I give him sensory toys to hold he will put them in his mouth and/or hit the other children with them. Loud noises over stimulate him and he will cover his ears and scream. His parents have given me some headphones to use when he gets overstimulated and he will go and sit in the quiet corner. Does anyone have any experience with autistic children with severe sensory issues involving touch and putting things in the mouth? I have lots of sensory toys available for him but the touching others and mouth issues are becoming a problem. Another child hit him the other day after he didn’t listen to him when he told him to stop touching him. Any advice?

[Michael]

How old is the child? Our son has slight autism and had sensory issues but not where he was touching other children. ? He was mostly separated from the other children but not because he was bothersome to them. While he was high functioning he was still considered handicapped in his childcare.
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[CeriBear]

He is almost 4. He is also delayed in many areas such as speech and cognitive skills.

[Guest]

This year I have a child with autism and sensory processing issues. He does not socialize well with the other children and when he does will do things like touch their hair or pat their arms and the other kids don’t like it. As a result the other kids don’t like to play with him. He touches people in circle time and when I give him sensory toys to hold he will put them in his mouth and/or hit the other children with them. Loud noises over stimulate him and he will cover his ears and scream. His parents have given me some headphones to use when he gets overstimulated and he will go and sit in the quiet corner. Does anyone have any experience with autistic children with severe sensory issues involving touch and putting things in the mouth? I have lots of sensory toys available for him but the touching others and mouth issues are becoming a problem. Another child hit him the other day after he didn’t listen to him when he told him to stop touching him. Any advice?
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Supporting a child with autism and sensory processing issues requires a structured approach. Since he seeks sensory input through touch and mouthing objects, try offering chewable necklaces or textured fidgets specifically designed for oral sensory needs. Reinforce personal space using social stories and visual cues like boundary circles on the floor. Encourage peer interactions through guided play where he practices appropriate touch. If loud noises overwhelm him, continue using noise-canceling headphones and create a predictable routine. Collaborate with his parents and a therapist for tailored strategies. Consistency and patience are key!