10 Results in Sensory

Autism – a difference or disability?

In the UK autism is a recognised disability. I have noticed that some autistic people don’t consider their autism to be a disability. This interests me as I feel strongly that my autism is a disability, however I can also see why people might think otherwise. What is meant by a disability? A disability is… Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article is available only to members of our community. If you would like to continue to read this article, along with re…

Autism and strange diets

People with ASD may have strange diets and atypical attitudes towards eating. A serious complication of this can be a person having an eating disorder illness. Sometimes though, these habits are just normal and make sense if you remember that the person has ASD. Here is some insight into strange diets, problematic consequences and potential… Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article is available only to members of our community. If you would like to continu…

What can we learn from dogs about sensory overstimulation?

If you have a dog or know a bit about dogs, you’ll know that canine professionals often talk about dogs who are understimulated (dogs that need more mental/physical stimulation). There’s the opposite too – dogs who are overstimulated. A lot of dog owners think that the reason their dog is too energetic, too bouncy, too… Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article is available only to members of our community. If you would like to continue to r…

Sensitivity and reactivity

I’ve been pondering about sensitivity and reactivity, wondering what their link is, or are they the same thing? What are sensitivity and reactivity like in people with autism spectrum disorders?… Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article is available only to members of our community. If you would like to continue to read this article, along with receiving access to our exclusive animations and special offers – please click the Subscribe toda…

Interoception (brain to body signals)

I’ve been learning about interoception recently. Interoception is the signalling and perception of our own internal bodily sensations. I think of it very simply as the brain to body connection. Some examples might be recognising when you are hungry, when you need to go to the toilet, or when you are in pain…. Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article is available only to members of our community. If you would like to continue to read this article, alon…

Person with ASD and exercise – things to consider

Exercise, for me, has been the number one treatment for managing my depression. I have found a sport that I truly enjoy and am very good at. I believe that one of the easiest most natural ways you can help yourself or your loved one to improve their mental (and physical) well being, is to move… Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article is available only to members of our community. If you would like to continue to read this article, along with receiving access to ou…

Sensory accommodations for food, exercise and sleep

The combination of good diet, good sleep and regular exercise can have enormous benefits for everyone. For people with ASD however, it might be more difficult to achieve these things – primarily due to social challenges and sensory processing difficulties. These three things though, can make the world of a difference to someone’s physical and mental… Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article is available only to members of our community. I…

4 golden rules for managing sensations

For someone like me who has hypersensitivity, even 'normal' sensations can be extremely uncomfortable. Sounds such as fire alarm tests, sirens, drilling, hammering, the doorbell ringing and lorries driving past are things that can happen every day yet they don't overly bother most people. I personally hate the sounds of live music, instruments, singing and clapping as well, whereas many people enjoy those sounds.

Theories about the sensory system in ASD

Although sensory challenges were not considered to be an aspect of ASD until the most recent diagnostic criteria (DSM-5), I am yet to come across anyone who has a diagnosis who does not have sensory challenges. In fact, many individuals with ASD believe that the challenges they have with their sensory systems are the most… Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article is available only to members of our community. If you would like to continue to read this article,…

The reality of the sensory aspects of ASD

This article was inspired by some user comments on the Facebook page, which implied that not enough attention is paid to sensory issues for many people on the spectrum. Up until the recent revision of the diagnostic criteria (DSM-V), the sensory processing aspects of ASD were not considered. As well as the triad of impairments, many… Join The Curly Hair Project Community Today This article is available only to members of our community. If you would like to continue to read…

10 Results in Sensory

Autism – a difference or disability?

Autism and strange diets

What can we learn from dogs about sensory overstimulation?

Sensitivity and reactivity

Interoception (brain to body signals)

Person with ASD and exercise – things to consider

Sensory accommodations for food, exercise and sleep

4 golden rules for managing sensations

Theories about the sensory system in ASD

The reality of the sensory aspects of ASD

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