Padrão de processamento sensorial e desempenho ocupacional de crianças atendidas no ambulatório da Trissomia 21 de um hospital universitário

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Abstract: Introduction: Down's syndrome (T21) is caused by an extra copy of chromosome 21, with wide variation in the characteristics and abilities of children, who always need help to improve their development. Assessing performance using standardized instruments and understanding sensory processing are essential for effective interventions and improving children's quality of life. Methods: An exploratory and descriptive study investigating the sensory processing and occupational performance of 21 children with trisomy 21, aged between 7 and 35 months, at a university hospital. A socio-economic questionnaire was used to characterize the sample and the standardized tests Sensory Profile II of the Young Child and PEDI-CAT. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics in Excel tables. Results: The sample presented the sensory processing pattern of observation and behavioral responses more than the majority, showed no delays in occupational performance according to the test score, but in the analysis of the item maps there was impairment in some areas. Discussion: The sensory pattern of the sample has repercussions on behavioral responses, and consequently there may be impairments in occupational performance, although many of the developmental delays are caused by characteristics of the syndrome itself. Conclusion: The study did not establish a direct relationship between sensory processing and occupational performance in T21 children.