Poster Session
Issue Date: August 2019
Published Online: August 01, 2019
Updated: April 30, 2020
The Effects of Sensory Processing Patterns on Perceived Stress and Sleep Quality Among College Students
Megan Chang, PhD, OTR/L; Tamara Turner, PAPHS; Sarah Kwee; Jennifer Shaul; Tim Stanbach; Julie Stringari
Author Affiliations & Notes
  • San José State University, San Jose, CA, USA
  • San José State University, San Jose, CA, USA
  • San José State University, San Jose, CA, USA
  • San José State University, San Jose, CA, USA
  • San José State University, San Jose, CA, USA
  • San José State University, San Jose, CA, USA
Article Information
Sensory Integration and Processing / Basic Research
Poster Session   |   August 01, 2019
The Effects of Sensory Processing Patterns on Perceived Stress and Sleep Quality Among College Students
American Journal of Occupational Therapy, August 2019, Vol. 73, 7311505182. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2019.73S1-PO7022
American Journal of Occupational Therapy, August 2019, Vol. 73, 7311505182. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2019.73S1-PO7022
Abstract

Date Presented 04/06/19

This study aimed to examine the relationship between sensory processing, perceived stress, and sleep quality in graduate students. Results showed that students were moderately stressed. Those who had higher scores in over-responsiveness to auditory, visual, and touch perceived significantly higher stress levels and experienced poor sleep quality. OT educators and practitioners can address sensory processing strategies for reducing perceived stress and improving sleep quality to enhance learning.

Primary Author and Speaker: Megan Chang

Additional Authors and Speakers: Tamara Turner

Contributing Authors: Sarah Kwee, Jennifer Shaul, Tim Stanbach, Julie Stringari