Since findings in our study suggest that children with ADHD seem to be at an increased risk of sensory processing deficits that are identifiable even at a young age, one should consider this area of functioning in the routine evaluation and treatment of children who are suspected of having ADHD.
Since it is generally accepted that sensory processing enables the engagement in adaptive behaviors and can facilitate participation in meaningful and productive occupations (Dunn, 2001; Parham, 2002), early identification and treatment of deficits may improve the prognosis of
children found to have such problems. Further, it could potentially prevent the development of secondary socialemotional and perceptual-motor problems. Finally, the current research, revealing the mothers’ perceptions of sensory processing deficits in preschool children, is especially relevant, since many preschool activities revolve around the sensory exploration of various objects and materials for learning.