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Speaks in a loud voice and/or excessively. Likes excessively loud music, games, TV. Difficulty with verbal cues such as name being called. Difficulty remembering what was said. Needs instructions repeated. Talks self through task, often out loud. Appears oblivious to certain sounds. Disorientation/confusion about where a sound is coming from.
Hyperacusis is an increased sensitivity to sound and a low tolerance for environmental noise. Definitions of hyperacusis can vary significantly; it often revolves around damage to or dysfunction of the stapes bone , stapedius muscle or tensor tympani ( eardrum ).
Autism spectrum disorder [a] (ASD), or simply autism, is a neurodevelopmental disorder "characterized by persistent deficits in social communication and social interaction across multiple contexts" and "restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities". [11] Sensory abnormalities are also included in the diagnostic manuals ...
Sensory processing disorder (SPD), formerly known as sensory integration dysfunction, is a condition in which multisensory input is not adequately processed in order to provide appropriate responses to the demands of the environment.
Misophonia (or selective sound sensitivity syndrome) is a disorder of decreased tolerance to specific sounds or their associated stimuli, or cues. These cues, known as "triggers", are experienced as unpleasant or distressing and tend to evoke strong negative emotional, physiological, and behavioral responses not seen in most other people. [ 8 ]
Hearing: loud noise, or sound from multiple sources, such as several people talking at once. Sight: crowded or cluttered spaces, bright lights, strobing lights, or environments with much movement such as crowds or frequent scene changes on television. Smell and taste: strong aromas or spicy foods.
Covers ears when loud noises occur (i.e., fire drill, yelling, alarms) Runs away from loud areas; Hums or sings to themself; Complains of noises inside room or outside of window; Covers ears in the cafeteria or in bathroom; Runs when toilet flushes; Prefers very loud music or no music at all
Classic autism, also known as childhood autism, autistic disorder, or Kanner's syndrome, is a formerly diagnosed neurodevelopmental disorder first described by Leo Kanner in 1943. It is characterized by atypical and impaired development in social interaction and communication as well as restricted, repetitive behaviors, activities, and interests.