Autistic people experience sensory processing differences and as such their sensory environment can impact on their ability to interact or study.
Taking a person’s sensory needs into account and adjusting their environment accordingly can make the difference between a student engaging or disengaging with their studies.
It can also (and perhaps more importantly) support the student’s mental wellbeing in general.
The following films also highlight the importance of a providing a quiet refuge for students when they feel overloaded.
This film expresses what sensory overload can feel like.
Film from the National Autistic Society on sensory sensitivity
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Olga Bogdashina – 5 tips on sensory difficulties
Information from National Autistic Society on sensory sensitivities
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