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  2. Sensory processing disorder - Wikipedia

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    Proponents have also claimed that adults may also show signs of sensory processing difficulties and would benefit for sensory processing therapies, [71] although this work has yet to distinguish between those with SPD symptoms alone vs adults whose processing abnormalities are associated with other disorders, such as autism spectrum disorder. [72]

  3. KultureCity - Wikipedia

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    KultureCity is a nonprofit organization which directs users of their app to sensory-friendly accommodations at more than 900 different venues in the United States. The app is designed to assist guests with autism and other sensory processing disorders in finding sensory friendly locations. [3]

  4. Sensory friendly - Wikipedia

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    A sensory friendly environment is created to assist those with a sensory processing disorder (SPD). The disorder is characterized by a hypersensitivity to stimuli accompanied by anxiety. [1] The Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation believes that there may be as many as one in every 20 people living with a sensory processing disorder. [2]

  5. Local businesses, charities ramp up autism-welcoming efforts ...

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    Autism is diagnosed in about 1 in 36 children, and in an estimated 2.2% of adults nationwide, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, which defines autism as a ...

  6. Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation - Wikipedia

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    For many years a primary focus of the foundation was to get sensory processing disorder added to the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. [2] Sensory Processing Disorder was defined as "a complex disorder of the brain that affects developing children and adults". Currently Sensory Processing ...

  7. Autism therapies - Wikipedia

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    In 2018 more studies began involving the experiences of autistic adults [237] [238] including their experiences with general practice medicine. [239] Subsequent related studies have focused on communication preferences of autistic adults [240] and the idea of "the 'Autistic Advantage', a strengths-based model". [241] [242] [243]

  8. List of schools for people on the autism spectrum - Wikipedia

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    The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD), [Fresno] - A specialized institution providing educational and therapeutic services to individuals with autism spectrum disorder. [ 2 ] Connecticut

  9. Stimming - Wikipedia

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    An autistic adult (center right) stimming with her hands during the 2015 Erasmus Prize ceremony. Although some forms of stimming behaviors have typically been shown to be healthy and beneficial—as they help regulate intense sensory experiences and emotions, may promote pleasant emotions, and facilitate sense of security— [ 6 ] [ 7 ] [ 8 ...