Wearing a Uniform
A student who is over-responsive to tactile/touch input may be very aware of clothing fabric against the skin, material moving against the skin, labels itching the skin and seams on clothing. This can be distracting for the student, affecting attention, and can causing agitation.
Suggested Strategies:
- These students may benefit from wearing something tight underneath their uniform like a Lycra sports garment.
- Advise parents on alternatives e.g. seamless socks, different fabrics, cutting off labels.
- Some students may prefer socks that are too small, providing pressure and preventing socks sliding down into shoes which can be distracting for students with tactile over responsiveness.
- Be flexible about school uniform policy.
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