Some of my neurodivergent patients avoid or react to being touched or hugged. Some avoid or react to being in crowds or a part of an audience – too much to hear and see. Some have trouble knowing when ...

Sensory diets are programs of sensory activities children can perform during the day to give them an appropriate amount of sensory input. Some experts think this can help improve attention and ...

Limited evidence suggests that sensory integration therapy may have a positive effect on individuals with autism. Sensory integration therapy, also referred to as Ayres Sensory Integration (ASI), is a ...

Sensory bins let children learn through hands-on play. With just a few common household materials, you can make a toy that will keep your child entertained for hours and help them develop their motor, ...

Sensory overload is when your five senses — sight, hearing, smell, touch, and taste — take in more information than your brain can process. When your brain is overwhelmed by this input, it enters ...

Sensory optimisation of plant-based products is the key to unlocking the potential of new protein foods. While only a fraction of consumers completely avoid animal products, many people are open to ...