Sensory peculiarities of children with ASDDQA

The sensory system plays a critical role in how children experience and understand the world around them. For children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), sensory particularities can be significantly different, which can influence their behavior, social interactions and quality of life.

Extreme Hypersensitivity and Hyposensitivity in Sensory Sensitivity

• Sensory Hypersensitivity: Some children with ASD are hypersensitive to certain sensory stimuli such as light, sound, touch or smell. These stimuli can be overwhelming, leading to intense reactions and avoidance of certain situations.

• Sensory Hyposensitivity: On the other hand, other children with ASD may show hyposensitivity, meaning they have a decreased response to stimuli. This can lead to intense sensation seeking and behaviors involving sensory stimulation.

Specific Sensitivities Breakdown of Sensory Experiences

• Visual Sensitivity: Some children with ASD may be hypersensitive to light, avoiding bright environments, while others may show fascination with specific visual patterns.

• Auditory Sensitivity: Sounds can be overwhelming for many children with ASD, which can lead to auditory protective behaviors and difficulty concentrating in noisy environments.

• Tactile Sensitivity: Tactile sensations may be uncomfortable for some children with ASD, which may result in aversion to certain clothing or food textures. Others may seek tactile stimulation constantly.

• Gustatory and Olfactory Sensitivities: Food preferences and aversions may be related to taste and olfactory sensitivities. Intense smells and tastes can be overwhelming for some children with ASD.

Impact on Behavior and Social Interactions

• Avoidance Behaviors: Children with hypersensitivity may avoid certain activities or environments to avoid sensory overstimulation.

• Stimulation Seeking Responses: Those with hyposensitivity may seek additional sensory stimulation, such as spinning objects or rocking, to meet their sensory needs.

• Challenges in Social Interaction: Sensory sensitivities may make it difficult to participate in social