Publications by authors named "Sue Delport"
Background: We evaluated the clinical and cost-effectiveness of manualised sensory integration therapy (SIT) for autistic children with sensory processing difficulties in a two-arm randomised controlled trial. Trial processes and contextual factors which may have affected intervention outcomes were explored within a nested process evaluation. This paper details the process evaluation methods and results.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Carers report unmet need for occupational therapy services addressing sensory difficulties in autism, yet insufficient evidence exists to recommend a therapeutic approach.
Objectives: Our aim was to determine the clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of sensory integration therapy for children with autism and sensory difficulties across behavioural, functional and quality-of-life outcomes.
Design: We carried out a parallel-group randomised controlled trial, incorporating an internal pilot and a process evaluation.
Article Synopsis
- Support for families with autistic children in the UK is crucial, but there's a lack of understanding regarding their experiences and access to these resources.
- A study involving interviews with 30 parents and carers revealed that the type and availability of support varied significantly, with specialized autism support being the most beneficial.
- The findings underline the necessity for better support systems post-diagnosis, including training for professionals and tailored programs to meet the unique needs of autistic children.*
Background: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a common lifelong condition affecting 1 in 100 people. ASD affects how a person relates to others and the world around them. Difficulty responding to sensory information (noise, touch, movement, taste, sight) is common, and might include feeling overwhelmed or distressed by loud or constant low-level noise (e.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: 22q11.2 deletion syndrome (22q11.2DS) is associated with high rates of neurodevelopmental disorder, however, the links between developmental coordination disorder (DCD), intellectual function and psychiatric disorder remain unexplored.
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