Children who do not perceive gravity in the usual ways are often very fearful of movement, heights and/or change of head position. This type of problem was called “gravitational insecurity” by Dr. A …

Mar 3, 2022 · What is gravitational insecurity? Gravitational insecurity is a fear or overreaction shown by children who have an altered sensory system caused by impairments in their vestibular system.

Does your child show signs of vestibular dysfunction and/or gravitational insecurity? Find out what it is, the importance of diagnosis, and how to treat it.

Jan 26, 2024 · Gravitational Insecurity is a fearful or anxious reaction to non-threatening movements such as changes in head position, not having both feet on the floor, or movements requiring balance. …

Oct 1, 2024 · Explore effective occupational therapy techniques for managing gravitational insecurity, including assessment, interventions, and long-term strategies.

Gravitational insecurity is an excessive fear of movement that is not usually threatening. The idea behind this is that most people feel securely rooted on the ground, and due to gravity, they feel like they …

Feb 1, 2024 · Gravitational insecurity is a form of over-responsiveness to vestibular sensations detected by the otolith organs. Otolith organs (located in the inner ear) detect linear movement through space …

Jan 15, 2025 · Our relationship to gravity is our most important sense of security. A child with gravitational insecurity processes the pull of gravity as threatening, so everyday movement …

Jan 18, 2021 · These behaviors can be signs of something more significant than your average fear of heights: gravitational insecurity. What is gravitational insecurity? Gravitational insecurity is an …

Apr 15, 2024 · It seems so simple, but sensory processing dysfunction is intricate and gravitational insecurity is lesser known, so often missed. Children with sensory processing challenges can …