Families function as dynamic systems where each member’s needs, behaviours, and preferences shape daily life. When one or more family members experience sensory sensitivities, these interactions become even more complex. Sensory sensitivities—whether hypersensitivity (over-responsiveness) or hyposensitivity (under-responsiveness)—can influence everything from social interactions to household routines and emotional well-being. Unlike physical disabilities that are often visible, sensory sensitivities are internal experiences that […]
Can Sensory Sensitivities Influence Cognition?
Sensory sensitivity plays a crucial role in cognition and learning, particularly for neurodivergent students, including those with autism, ADHD, and sensory processing differences. Sensory processing refers to how the brain interprets and responds to sensory input from the environment. When a student is hypersensitive (over-responsive) or hyposensitive (under-responsive) to sensory stimuli, this can significantly influence their ability to focus, […]
Who is your Avatar?
The term ‘avatar’ originates from the Sanskrit word ‘avatāra’ which could be translated as ‘manifestation’ or ‘appearance’ of divinity into the physical world. Today, these ‘cartoonesque’ images have been democratised, but unfortunately, they also lost their mystical aura. Even though many people only see a two-dimensional image, for others, their avatars may be closer to a […]