Assessments of sensory processing in infants: A systematic review

Abstract

Aim The aim of the study was to evaluate the psychometric properties and clinical use of assessments of sensory processing function, within the first 2years of life, and to identify which assessment is the most appropriate and precise in measuring the construct of sensory processing. Method The literature was comprehensively searched, and assessments used to measure sensory processing in infancy were systematically selected and reviewed for clinical use, reliability, validity, and responsiveness. Results Thirty-four assessments were identified; three met the predefined inclusion criteria. All discriminative assessments, the Sensory Rating Scale, and Infant/Toddler Sensory Profile are parent-..