Sensory: A Focus on Interoception
Body Awareness (Notice)
Noticing body signals or body awareness is the foundation of interoception. Providing activities and experiences within this area can help youth to begin to pay attention to their body sensations.
Interoceptive Awareness (IA)
BODY
1. NOTICE body signals
EMOTION
2. CONNECT body signals to the emotion
ACTION
3. REGULATE body signals with an action
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Learn how to support the youth’s awareness of their body sensations.
Video: Strategies for Body Awareness
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Activities
Notice Body Sensations
Interoception begins with noticing how your body feels. Help youth to become aware of their body sensations by prompting them to focus on a body part during different activities. Becoming aware is the first step.
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Interoception Support: Strategies and Supports for Body Awareness
Use this document to identify the types of activities and experiences that can promote interoception at the body awareness level.
