Movement Stereotypical

Motor stereotypy represents repetitive monotonous movements, such as rocking, flapping hands, fingering. These movements are often seen in people with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, and other developmental disabilities.

Stereotypical movements may occur in response to sensory overload, stress, boredom, or other factors. They help a person calm down and self-regulate. However, excessive stereotypy can interfere with learning, social interaction, and daily life.

To reduce stereotypic movements, behavioral methods, environmental modification, sensory integration, and drug treatment are used. It is important to understand the function of these movements for a particular person and offer him alternative methods of self-regulation. A patient and kind approach will help reduce the need for stereotypic movements.