Autistic people can have over-sensitive senses. This can cause them to feel distressed by ‘ordinary’ sensations.
If you are an autistic person who has over-sensitivity, or if you know an autistic person who has over-sensitivity, it can be useful to understand the following factors:
Peace and quiet is very important
Most autistic people really need time on their own. One of the reasons for this is that they need time away from sensory stimulation. It can be really helpful for an autistic person to have periods of peace and quiet every day. It is important for other people to recognise and respect this need and to not disturb them when they are having this quiet time.
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