Making Sense Of Sensory

Interoception is our body’s hidden sense — the way we notice hunger, thirst, temperature, pain, and emotions. In this week’s Sensory Series, we explore how interoceptive sensitivities affect daily life and share practical strategies to support neurodivergent individuals.

Proprioception is our “hidden sense” — helping us know where our body is and how much force we’re using. This week in our Sensory Series, we explore proprioceptive sensitivities, what they can look like, and practical ways to support neurodivergent individuals.

Struggling with balance, motion, or coordination? The vestibular system might be the reason. This week in our Sensory Series, we’re breaking down what vestibular processing is — and how it can impact neurodivergent individuals in everyday life.

Scents can soothe, alert, or overwhelm — and for many neurodivergent individuals, smell plays a bigger role than we realise. In this week’s Making Sense of Sensory post, we’re diving into the world of smell sensitivities, from scent avoiders to sensory seekers, and how we can create more comfortable environments for everyone.

Why do some people love bold flavours while others stick to plain pasta? In this week’s Making Sense of Sensory blog, we explore the sense of taste — and how sensory differences can shape eating habits, mealtime stress, and how we support neurodivergent individuals with confidence and compassion.

For some people, light is painful. For others, the world feels dim or visually confusing. This week, we’re looking at how the sense of sight can be over- or under-stimulating for neurodivergent individuals — and how we can support visual needs with kindness and clarity.

Sound can be a source of joy—or overwhelm—for neurodivergent individuals. This week, we explore how the sense of hearing impacts daily life and how we can offer support when it’s too much (or not enough).

Explore how the sense of touch impacts daily life for neurodivergent individuals. Learn the differences between touch sensitivity and seeking behaviours—and discover practical ways to offer support at home, school, or in the community.

Ever wondered why some people cover their ears at birthday parties or crave spicy food at every meal? In Week 1 of our Making Sense of Sensory series, we’re exploring the fascinating world of over- and under-sensitivity - what it looks like, how it feels, and why understanding it is key to supporting neurodivergent individuals.