New Republic just published an article "Is Sensory Processing Disorder a Real Medical Condition?” We hope the article fosters thought and dialogue, and we urge readers to investigate all viewpoints. In response, the Huffington Post posted a story from a parent who does think SPD is a real medical condition -- telling a personal story of what SPD means for their family. The SPD Foundation and STAR Center are dedicated to supporting evidenced-based research to understand SPD and to find effective treatments so that children and families can get the tools and help they need to manage a debilitating condition that can affect their education, socialization and livelihood. June 2014