Background. One determinant of participation is activity preferences, which may be influenced by sensory processing patterns. Purpose. To compare daily activity preferences of Israeli children who have typical versus atypical sensory processing patterns, according to age and gender. Methods. Twenty-five children with atypical sensory processing patterns and 109 typical peers aged 6 – 10.75 years completed the Preference for Activities of Children (PAC) questionnaire. Sensory processing patterns were determined according to the Short Sensory Profile (SSP). Results. Children with atypical sensory processing patterns showed greater preference for active physical activities. Lower energy level was correlated with greater preference for self-improvement activities. Practice implications. Activity preferences may be affected by children's sensory processing patterns. These effects are minimal among children with atypical sensory processing but no other co-morbidities. Evaluating these effects may assist in establishing occupational therapy interventions, facilitate children's engagement in the intervention, and enhance their participation in daily living.
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