SPD–The Trouble With Trebles
The screech of garbage trucks. The squeal of little children screaming. Those hurt. It feels like a scream in my brain that I can’t escape. Hearing the sound once makes [continue reading…]
Sensory Processing Disorder
Wilbarger Brushing Protocol in the Shower
I learned about surgical brushes while at occupational therapy for sensory processing disorder. From Tina Champagne’s site, she writes, “Based on the theory of Sensory Integration, the DPPT uses a [continue reading…]
Aspie Heaven in a Hammock
C’est moi in my hammock with my weighted blanket on. Who would have thought that such a simple thing could have such an effect on my brain? My occupational [continue reading…]
Autism and Comfortable Glamour
Sound like an oxymoron? I have the world’s greatest collection of sweatpants. (I exaggerate.) My kids even bought a pair of “dress” sweatpants for me in gray with pleats. They [continue reading…]
Garanimals and Soft Clothing for Adults with Autism/Asperger’s…if only.
This is not my idea; it’s my husband’s because fashion chic is not my forté. The color has to feel right. The fabric has to feel right. The fit of [continue reading…]
Do you hear, taste, feel, smell, and see too much-Could it be SPD?
Some sounds hurt your ears. Some tastes are so repulsive, you can’t eat. Some smells make you want to run away. Visual clutter or movement is confusing. Certain touches make [continue reading…]