OT Strategies for Emotional Regulation
Discover specialized sensory techniques and therapeutic strategies designed to support emotional well-being and frustration tolerance for D/deaf and Hard of Hearing children.
Sample Title: Feeling Scales
Example description: A placeholder for a visual tool to help students communicate their current stress level through tactile or color-coded indicators.
Sample: Calm Down Kits
Example description: A placeholder for an intervention involving a portable box of sensory items to help children self-soothe during frustrating moments.
Sample: Heavy Work Breaks
Example description: A placeholder for proprioceptive activities like pushing or pulling to help calm the nervous system after a communication gap.
Archive
Frustration & Sensory Wellness
Discover essential resources and professional guidance for nurturing emotional growth and resilience in children with hearing loss.
Therapy Trends
Deafness and the Sensory Nervous System
Learn how distinct sensory environments impact emotional stability and why tailored tactile feedback is vital for managing child overload. May 2026 • 6 min read
Home Strategy
Building A Calm Sensory Space at Home
Create a sanctuary for your child using vibration and specialized lighting to support self-soothing and regulate big emotions. June 2026 • 5 min read
Expert Advice
Managing Peer-Related Communication Stress
Practical tips for helping your child navigate the frustrations of noisy group settings and social isolation through advocacy. July 2026 • 9 min read
CORE REGULATION SKILLS MODELS
Sample Video Guides
Sample Video: Visual Calm-Down Cards
This demonstration shows how to use picture cards to help D/deaf children choose a sensory strategy during moments of dysregulation.
Sample Video: Co-Regulation via Sign
Observe techniques for using facial expressions and calm signing to help de-escalate frustration through parent-child connection.