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Sensory Processing and Community Participation in Autistic Adults
Nancy Bagatell1, Dara V Chan2, Ya-Cing Syu1
1Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy, Department of Allied Health Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, United States.
Frontiers in Psychology
|June 20, 2022
Summary
Sensory processing differences significantly affect community participation in autistic adults. Understanding these patterns is crucial for matching individuals with suitable activities and environments.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Psychology
- Occupational Therapy
Background:
- Sensory processing differences impact community activity involvement.
- Limited understanding exists regarding these differences in autistic adults' community participation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore how sensory processing patterns influence community participation in autistic adults.
- Investigate location choices, activities, time spent, and preferred places.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from six autistic adults and caregivers across two studies.
- Reviewed Adolescent and Adult Sensory Profile (AASP), caregiver interviews, GPS tracking, and participant interviews.
- Constructed individual narratives linking sensory profiles, interviews, and GPS data.
Main Results:
- Unique sensory profiles influenced participants' community engagement (where, what, how long, preferred locations).
- Individuals with sensory sensitivity/avoiding spent less time in the community and visited fewer places due to overwhelming environments.
- Sensory processing patterns varied significantly among participants.
Conclusions:
- Sensory processing is a key factor in community participation for autistic adults.
- Consider sensory patterns alongside personal and environmental factors in assessments.
- Match individual sensory needs with activity and environmental demands for better participation.
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