Interoception, a key indicator of how we feel, can be broadly defined as the sensations arising from signals originating within the body. As such, interoception is critical for our sense of embodiment, motivation, and well-being. Despite its importance, interoception remains poorly understood within modern science. Interoceptive sensitivity has been found to be associated with affect and cognition. As a person ages, the processes by which one senses, interprets, integrates, and regulates signals from within oneself change. This presentation will overview Interoception, the perception and interpretation of internal body signals, such as heartbeat, hunger, and respiratory rate, and present evidence-based findings as to how this “sixth sense” impacts illness or health. Interoception serves as our internal barometer, guiding our responses to the environment based on our body’s needs and physiologic state. This course is designed for an interprofessional audience.
Live Webinar
Tue, Aug 25, 2026 at 12:00 pm EDTUnder Review: AOTA/0.1 - Application has been made to the American Occupational Therapy Association's (AOTA's) Approved Provider Program.
Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to describe interoception and link it to nutrition.
- After this course, participants will be able to identify the age-related changes in interoceptive sensitivity.
- After this course, participants will be able to recognize the ways interoception affects mental health and how to share findings across an interprofessional team.
Agenda
| 0-10 Minutes | Overview of Interoception Including Neurological Basis and Role in Body Homeostasis |
| 10-20 Minutes | Age-Related Changes in Interoceptive Sensitivity |
| 20-30 Minutes | Assessment Tools for Interoception |
| 30-45 Minutes | Link to Nutrition |
| 45-50 Minutes | Interoception Link to Emotional Awareness and Mental Health; Illustrative Case Studies |
| 50-55 Minutes | Interprofessional Context; Reflection and Barriers |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary; Q&A |
Presented By
Ingrid Provident
EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Ingrid M. Provident EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA, is a National Education Specialist, for Select Rehabilitation. Dr. Provident has held positions of Program coordinator, Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and Associate Professor at major Universities in Pittsburgh PA. Ingrid is a highly engaging speaker who holds clinical degrees in Occupational Therapy and Educational Leadership. She has worked in multiple practice settings with the adult and geriatric populations. Ingrid has been an educator in formal academic settings and presented in more than 90 state, national and international venues. Dr. Provident is trained and certified in Mindfulness, Dementia Care and has facilitated multiple presentations on wellness, communication, and interventions for quality health care. She is a published author and mentor with a passion for assisting in the development of professionals.
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Financial: Ingrid Provident received an honorarium for presenting this course. Non-financial: Ingrid Provident has no relevant non-financial relationships to disclose.
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