Why Brain Health, Emotional Regulation and Being Sensory-Friendly Go Together Every second, our brains process massive amounts of sensory input: sounds, sights, smells, textures, and movements. For many people — especially those who are neurodivergent — overwhelming sensory environments can strain thinking and emotions. However, sensory-friendly design creates environments that support the brain’s ability to
Dive Deeper into Sensory Issues: Signs, Types, and More Sensory sensitivities and overload are becoming increasingly common in both children and adults. This raises a crucial question: how can we identify sensory issues? It’s important to clear up some confusion first, though. Sensory preferences don’t automatically equate to a specific diagnosis, such as autism. So,
Demystifying Sensory Sensitivity: A Guide to Understanding and Creating Inclusive Spaces Have you ever walked into a brightly lit store filled with loud music and felt overwhelmed? Or maybe certain textures on clothing make you itch uncontrollably? If so, you might have experienced a moment of sensory sensitivity. Being sensory sensitive is a natural variation
You are probably surprised to learn that you have eight senses. Though in truth, you have more than eight senses, nonetheless for today we are just going to stick to eight for the purposes of understanding your brain and body, sensory sensitivity, and sensory overload.
Sensory Tools for Comfort and Calm Weighted lap pads and weighted blankets are sensory tools that promote relaxation, focus, and comfort for people of all ages. While weighted lap pads are compact and designed for focused activities, weighted blankets provide full-body coverage, making them ideal for rest and sleep. However, both tools work through the
Exhausted by the Buzz? The Noise? The Crowds? You’re Not Alone Think sensory overload is just a childhood thing? Think again. While it’s often mentioned with kids, adults experience this too, and it can leave you feeling drained and overwhelmed. For instance, imagine you’re stuck in rush hour traffic. In addition, think about honking horns,
Creating Safer, Calmer Spaces Introduction: Why Sensory-Friendly Environments Matter in Trauma-Informed Care When someone experiences trauma, their brain and body react to everyday environments in unexpected ways. For example, noises feel louder, lights feel brighter, and crowds feel overwhelming. So, that’s why being sensory-friendly and trauma-informed go hand in hand. Creating trauma-informed spaces means understanding
What It Is and How to Manage It Imagine this: Jason, a college student with AuDHD, struggles with sensory overload in crowded lecture halls. The combination of bright fluorescent lights, overlapping voices, and the hum of projectors makes it difficult for him to concentrate. In fact, this overwhelming sensory input leads to stress, shutdowns, and
What is Sensory Overload in ADHD? Imagine walking into a bustling shopping mall. Bright fluorescent lights flicker overhead, music blasts from every store, and a crowd of people weaves through the aisles, chatting loudly. For someone with ADHD, this environment can quickly become overwhelming, triggering sensory overload—a state where too much sensory input floods the
Understanding SPD and Related Terms Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is a condition where the brain has difficulty processing and responding to sensory information, such as touch, sound, taste, or movement. For individuals with SPD, everyday experiences can feel overwhelming, unorganized, or even distressing. Furthermore, this condition affects people of all ages, including adults, and can
Copyright 2025 Sensory Friendly Solutions
