ATNR - Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex | TheOrganizedMindCo

The ATNR (Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex) and STNR (Symmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex) are primitive reflexes that help infants develop motor skills. IF REFLEXES RETAINED( doesn't integrated ):- What it means: If these reflexes don't disappear at the expected times, it is called a retained primitive reflex. Why it matters: Retained reflexes can interfere with motor skills, posture, and coordination, affecting activities like crawling, catching, and writing. #autism #earlyexplorers #photoshoot #mumma

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