Sensory Sensitivity Is Common in Neurodivergent People. These Tech Products Can Help

Sensory sensitivity is a common trait among neurodivergent individuals that can quickly turn a good day into a bad one. As an ADHDer, someone with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, I can attest to the role of sensory input in my life. In my case, sensory processing is like a metal detector shifting between under- and overstimulation at any moment. It's taken a lot of practice to spot my sensory sensitivities -- and decades to find practical strategies for regulating them at home, work, school and everywhere in between. When I successfully manage my senses, I tend to sleep better, have fewer mood swings, be more productive and enjoy socializing. There's a fantastic resource on sensory differences from the UK-based National Autistic Society if you want some examples of how sensory sensitivity presents in individuals. For this article, I want to explore some sensory-regulating tech that has helped me and other neurodivergent folks around me. I should first clarify that sensory ... Read full article.