Many Autistic people experience sensory differences. These can have a significant negative impact on their everyday life. By recognising a person’s sensory preferences and considering sensory supports, we can help to make a positive difference.<\/p>\n
See below several links to support learners with Sensory Preferences<\/p>\n
Sensory processing <\/span><\/strong>We combine our senses (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste, balance and the sense of our body in space) in order to make sense of our environment. Processing everyday sensory information can be difficult for autistic people Read more<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n Sensory diet<\/span> <\/strong>Just as a healthy diet consists of a variety of foods, a sensory diet is a\u00a0<\/span>balanced set of sensory information that allows an individual to function<\/span><\/b> optimally\u00a0Read more<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n Sensory resources<\/strong> <\/span>there are various links to resources and websites that can provide helpful advice and strategies to support a pupil\u2019s sensory needs\u00a0Read more<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n Menstruation and sexual health<\/span> <\/strong>Some autistic young people may find the sensory aspects of menstruation difficult\u00a0Read more<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n Restricted diet<\/span> <\/strong>Difficulties around food and diet are more typical for autistic people. Autistic girls mainly experience issues with restriction, varying in severity and cause\u00a0Read more<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Many Autistic people experience sensory differences. These can have a significant negative impact on their everyday life. By recognising a person’s sensory preferences and considering sensory supports, we can help to make a positive difference. See below several links to support learners with Sensory Preferences Sensory processing We combine our senses (sight, sound, smell, touch, … Continue reading Sensory differences<\/span>