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Meet My Autistic Brain
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Mar 25, 2021
Autistic brains are sensitive to sound, causing severe neurological symptoms. Sounds impact communication and daily life. Explore the challenges of sound sensitivity in autism and navigate sensory overload and social situations affected by noise sensitivity.
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- Sound sensitivity is a common experience for autistics, impacting communication and daily life.
- Autistics coping with sound sensitivity employ strategies like exposure therapy and noise reduction initiatives.
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Sound Sensitivity and Autism Diagnosis
Sound sensitivity is a neurological condition commonly experienced by autistics and is considered a diagnostic criteria for autism. While questioned about loud noises during a diagnostic interview, the host failed to fully grasp the significance due to the general nature of the query. Sensory sensitivities play a crucial role in autism diagnosis, often leading to misunderstood responses. The brain's innate prioritization of sound signals through habituation shapes our sensitivity levels, highlighting the intricate relationship between the auditory system and autism.
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