Connections Between Sensory Sensitivities in Autism; the Importance of Sensory Friendly Environments for Accessibility and Increased Quality of Life for the Neurodivergent Autistic Minority

Morgan, Heidi

doi:10.15760/mcnair.2019.13.1.11

Cited by 14 publications

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“…For neurodivergent people, social challenges to the set point would likely vary in magnitude just as they would with neurotypical individuals. However, neurodivergent people may face extra sensitivity to changes in their perceived social environment and have a harder time navigating the world through social interaction (Morewood et al, 2011;Morgan, 2019;Crompton et al, 2020). These challenges may be reflected in the functioning of the social homeostatic system.…”

Section: Genetic and Epigenetic Influencesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Individual differences in social homeostasis

Bales

Hang²,

Paulus³

et al. 2023

Front. Behav. Neurosci.

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The concept of “social homeostasis”, introduced by Matthews and Tye in 2019, has provided a framework with which to consider our changing individual needs for social interaction, and the neurobiology underlying this system. This model was conceived as including detector systems, a control center with a setpoint, and effectors which allow us to seek out or avoid additional social contact. In this article, we review and theorize about the many different factors that might contribute to the setpoint of a person or animal, including individual, social, cultural, and other environmental factors. We conclude with a consideration of the empirical challenges of this exciting new model.

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Section: Genetic and Epigenetic Influencesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Individual differences in social homeostasis

Bales

Hang²,

Paulus³

et al. 2023

Front. Behav. Neurosci.

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“…These plans would consider not only the medical or behavioral aspects of neurodiversity but also the social, emotional, and environmental factors that affect the individual's well-being. For example, sensory sensitivities -which are common in autistic individuals-might be overlooked in a standard treatment approach but are crucial for their comfort and well-being (Morgan, 2019). Recognizing and accommodating such needs can drastically improve the healthcare experience for neurodiverse patients.…”

Section: Beyond Accommodation Embracing Potential: 3e-cognition For N...mentioning

confidence: 99%

Applied Human Neuroscience: Fostering and Designing Inclusive Environments with the 3E-Cognition Perspective

Parada,

Grasso-Cladera,

Rossi

et al. 2023

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Traditional neurodiversity views often focus on deficits and impairments, failing to capture the rich tapestry of experiences and abilities inherent in these conditions. In this article, we introduce the 3E-Cognition perspective, offering a paradigm shift by emphasizing the dynamic interplay between the brain, body, and environment in shaping cognitive processes. The perspective fosters a more inclusive and supportive understanding of neurodiversity, with potential applications across various domains. We begin by introducing the 3E-Cognition principles: Embodied, Environmentally Scaffolded, and Enactive. Then, we explore how the 3E-Cognition perspective can be applied to create inclusive environments and experiences for neurodiverse individuals. We provide examples in the realms of Education, Workplace, and Healthcare. In all of these domains, spaces, methodologies, epistemologies, and roles that cater to diverse needs and strengths can be designed using the 3E principles.Finally, we discuss the challenges and benefits of implementing the 3E-Cognition perspective. We focus on the need for technological advancements and research in complex real-world scenarios, we suggest Mobile Brain/Body Imaging is a possible solution. We furthermore highlight the importance of recognizing and valuing the diverse manners of experiencing and interacting with the world, the promotion of diverse well-being, and the facilitation of innovation and creativity. Thus, we conclude that the 3E-Cognition perspective offers a groundbreaking approach to understanding and supporting neurodiversity: by embracing the inherent interconnectedness of the brain, body, and environment we can create a more inclusive and supportive world.

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“…Neurodivergent people process sensory stimuli in a way that is significantly different from neurotypical people (Alper, 2018; Morgan, 2019). For instance, autistic individuals can experience an auditory advantage (Remington and Fairnie, 2017), and miss subtle emotional cues in real and visually represented faces (Zolyomi and Snyder, 2021).…”

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Two sides of the same coin: accessibility practices and neurodivergent users' experience of extended reality

Lukava

Ramírez

Barbareschi

2022

JET

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PurposeThis paper explores the accessibility barriers faced by neurodivergent individuals regarding the use of Extended Reality (XR) technologies and the difficulties faced by developers in creating neurodivergent inclusive XR experiences.Design/methodology/approachThe authors carried out a survey with neurodivergent participants, and a series of semi-structured interviews with neurodivergent adults and XR developers.FindingsNeurodivergent individuals experience sensory overload when using XR technologies; these negative experiences are exacerbated by excessive multisensory stimulation. Allowing for the customization of sensory settings was seen as the only way to potentially limit negative experiences. The authors found that XR developers lacked awareness of accessibility requirements and struggled to integrate them in current software development practices.Social implicationsAccessibility understanding regarding neurodivergence is increasingly available and the time has come to bring computing and information services within the reach of all neurodivergent individuals. The power in the design of XR, which is crucial, is decentralized from neurotypical XR developing practices to avoid artificial barriers that decrease the quality of life.Originality/valueThere is a lack of studies exploring how neurodivergent individuals experience XR considering their different sensory processing patterns. There is also no research exploring XR developers' awareness of accessibility needs of neurodivergent individuals. This paper presents an account of the challenges faced by neurodivergent XR users, the difficulties faced by XR developers to integrate neurodivergent accessibility requirements, and proposes specific strategies to overcome challenges.

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Connections Between Sensory Sensitivities in Autism; the Importance of Sensory Friendly Environments for Accessibility and Increased Quality of Life for the Neurodivergent Autistic Minority

Cited by 14 publications

References 22 publications

Individual differences in social homeostasis

Individual differences in social homeostasis

Applied Human Neuroscience: Fostering and Designing Inclusive Environments with the 3E-Cognition Perspective

Two sides of the same coin: accessibility practices and neurodivergent users' experience of extended reality

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