Stanley Coren PhD., DSc, FRSC on May 25, 2022 in Canine Corner

A set of graphic images are presented to demonstrate which colors a dog can see and how these differ from human color vision.

Erik Raschke on January 28, 2022 in What Will You Do When I’m Gone?

What happens when Amazon becomes your caregiver?

Jennifer J. Brout Psy.D, LPC on January 13, 2022 in Noises Off

Why isn't misophonia treatment research including connections between misokinesia, misophonia, and mirror neurons?

Kailey Spina Horan, Ph.D., LMHC on December 30, 2021 in The Reality of Gen Z

These sneaky sensory triggers could be ruining your day. Here's how to identify and handle them.

Michael Jawer on October 25, 2021 in Feeling Too Much

A primary form of consciousness — led by feelings — may dominate childhood. Kids may thus have deeply felt spiritual and anomalous experiences that are rare for the rest of us.

Michael Jawer on October 3, 2021 in Feeling Too Much

Children—and especially children on the autism spectrum—may perceive things that seem surpassingly strange. Four recent studies document and begin to illuminate the evidence.

Angie Collins-Burke, RN, and Suzanne Cronkwright on February 15, 2021 in Stroke of Awareness

Strategies to recognize and handle sensory overload.

Rebecca Schrag Hershberg Ph.D. on January 28, 2021 in Little House Calls

In a guest post, occupational therapist Becky Lewin explains how an understanding of sensory processing can help parents navigate everyday challenges with their children.

Christopher Bergland on January 28, 2021 in The Athlete's Way

New research suggests that altered functional connectivity between the cerebellum ("little brain") and the cerebrum ("big brain") may be a biomarker for schizophrenia.

Ainsley Hawthorn Ph.D. on December 31, 2020 in The Sensory Revolution

The two conditions are often confused, but they’re not the same.

Jennifer J. Brout Psy.D, LPC on September 15, 2020 in Noises Off

Have you ever thought about how movement affects misophonia? You might be surprised.

Christopher Lynch Ph.D. on August 6, 2020 in Autism and Anxiety

Can people with autism experience chronic pain? Absolutely yes. Here are some reasons why.

Nicolas Davidenko Ph.D. on July 31, 2020 in Illusions, Delusions, and Reality

Why do certain sounds like nails on a chalkboard feel so awful? Research in multisensory integration suggests it's more than just the sound waves themselves.

Esther R. Cole, CPsychol, M.A. Oxon on June 28, 2020 in Lifespan Psychology

With at least six months of homeschooling throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, do you feel equipped to teach your child with ADHD or sensory processing difficulties?

Christopher Lynch Ph.D. on May 19, 2020 in Autism and Anxiety

The post-pandemic world brings hope but also a new set of fears. Learn what those fears are for children with autism and how to help.

Benjamin Cheyette, M.D., and Sarah Cheyette M.D. on April 19, 2020 in 1-2-3-ADHD

Confused about what "sensory overload" means for those with ASD or ADHD? You're not alone. Here's a practical guide to a complex issue.

Robyn Koslowitz Ph.D. on March 27, 2020 in Targeted Parenting

Parenting neurodiverse children is challenging in the best of times! Use this five-step survival guide for neurodiverse parenting challenges during the corona-crisis.

Joshua Wilder on December 23, 2019 in Disability In Motion

Seeing Santa can be an overwhelming experience for a child who has difficulties with sensory processing. Sensitive Santa seeks to alleviate those concerns.

Anthony Tobia, M.D. on December 11, 2019 in Views Through the Psychiatrist’s Lens

Remember this classic tale of puppy love? Let's revisit and review now!

Christopher Lynch Ph.D. on December 3, 2019 in Autism and Anxiety

Transitions can be challenging for children on the autism spectrum. Here are some strategies to help.

Elaine N. Aron Ph.D. on November 12, 2019 in The Highly Sensitive Person

Meditation can be one of the best ways to help HSPs reduce and recover from over-stimulation. Find the type of meditation that best suits you.

Christopher Lynch Ph.D. on October 1, 2019 in Autism and Anxiety

Minimally verbal people with autism have just as much anxiety as others with autism. Here's how to help.

Christopher Lynch Ph.D. on September 3, 2019 in Autism and Anxiety

Many autistic students find having lunch in the cafeteria to be the most challenging part of the school day. Here's what to do about it.

Barb Cohen on August 26, 2019 in Mom, Am I Disabled?

Most students with disabilities (and without) will likely appear to be unmotivated when they don't know the correct next step and are afraid to admit it.

Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A. on August 6, 2019 in The Out-of-Sync Child

Death is a big, scary topic for little kids. Here are five suggestions for dealing with their fears and curiosity.

Christopher Lynch Ph.D. on July 8, 2019 in Autism and Anxiety

Sensory sensitivities in autistic children often go well beyond the traditional five senses. Find out more and what to do about it.

Cami Rosso on May 1, 2019 in The Future Brain

A new study by Swedish researchers on how neurons respond to touch challenges existing neuroscience.

Douglas Vakoch Ph.D. on February 4, 2019 in At Home in the Cosmos

As astronauts adapt to space, their brains change in a process that mimics aging but happens much faster, new research shows. Findings may lead to new interventions on Earth.

Cami Rosso on January 24, 2019 in The Future Brain

Recent Salk Institute study on how the brain filters visual sensory input debunks decades of neuroscience.

Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A. on November 27, 2018 in The Out-of-Sync Child

Over-responsivity to sensory stimuli is the most common type of Sensory Processing Disorder, but it is not the only type. A person's sensory problem could be completely different.