Sensory Processing Checklist

Identify Sensory Needs

Sensory Processing Assessment

Check all behaviors that you observe regularly. This helps identify sensory sensitivities and processing patterns.

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This checklist helps identify sensory processing patterns. It is not a diagnostic tool. Consult an occupational therapist for professional assessment.

Visual

Bothered by bright lights or sunlightOver

Prefers dim lighting or darknessOver

Avoids eye contactOver

Difficulty noticing visual detailsUnder

Fascinated by lights, screens, or spinning objectsSeeking

Auditory

Covers ears in noisy environmentsOver

Distressed by loud or unexpected soundsOver

Doesn't respond when name is calledUnder

Seems unaware of background noiseUnder

Makes loud noises or talks very loudlySeeking

Tactile

Dislikes certain clothing textures or tagsOver

Avoids messy play (paint, sand, mud)Over

Doesn't notice when hands or face are dirtyUnder

High pain threshold, doesn't notice injuriesUnder

Constantly touches objects or peopleSeeking

Movement

Gets carsick or motion sick easilyOver

Avoids playground equipment (swings, slides)Over

Poor balance and coordinationUnder

Constantly in motion, fidgeting, or rockingSeeking

Seeks spinning, jumping, or crashing activitiesSeeking

Smell/Taste

Strong reactions to smells others don't noticeOver

Extremely picky eater (avoids textures/tastes)Over

Doesn't notice strong odorsUnder

Puts non-food items in mouth frequentlySeeking

Smells objects or peopleSeeking

Body Awareness

Bumps into things or people frequentlyUnder

Difficulty judging personal spaceUnder

Uses too much or too little force with objectsUnder

Seeks heavy work (pushing, pulling, carrying)Seeking

Enjoys tight hugs or weighted blanketsSeeking

Understanding Sensory Processing:

Over-Responsive (Sensory Avoider):

Experiences sensory input more intensely than others. May avoid certain textures, sounds, or activities due to discomfort or distress.

Under-Responsive (Sensory Unaware):

Doesn't notice or respond to sensory input that others would. May appear disconnected or slow to react to the environment.

Sensory Seeking (Sensory Craver):

Actively seeks out intense sensory experiences. May appear hyperactive or constantly need movement and stimulation.