Sensory overload is often about uncertainty and how long the brain has to stay engaged—especially in autism and ADHD.

Sensory overload occurs when the brain becomes overwhelmed by the volume or nature of the sensory inputs it receives. Sensory inputs can be any stimuli that enter through one of the sensory modalities ...

Sensory processing differences refer to atypical ways in which the brain receives, organizes, and responds to sensory inputs such as sound, touch, light, movement ...

For neurodivergent people, clutter and chaos can trigger sensory overload, making it tough to focus, relax, or feel at peace.

Both autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are neuropsychiatric conditions involving differences in brain structure and chemistry. There are some ...

Diwali lights and community are beautiful but the joyous and vibrant celebrations involve firecrackers and loud noises that can overwhelm the sensory system, especially in children and pets. However, ...