Sensory Processing and ADHD: I can't hear you, my socks are wet [Research Recap]

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Sensory Processing and ADHD: I can't hear you, my socks are wet [Research Recap]

Ever think about how much stimuli you process in one day? Estimates put this at millions of bits of information per second, but we consciously notice less than a hundred. Come learn why this hidden processing cost can be a serious concern for ADHD'ers and discover what to do about it. See you inside...

Hello and welcome back to The ADHD Skills Lab!

Producer Sarah here, thrilled to share this Research Recap on Sensory Processing Disorder and ADHD! A very relevant, but little discussed topic for ADHD'ers.

Curious about what's inside?

What is sensory processing disorder?
Why there aren't more papers on this (*speculation)
What is low registration, and where did that bruise come from?

BONUS: What are your sensory icks? @ me, LOL.

Thanks for being here! Until next time,
Sarah (Podcast Producer)

ADHD Skills Discussed:

Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder and its relevance to ADHD
Create a safe space for practicing grounding
Identify coping strategies based on the source of overstimulation (internal vs. external)

References:
00:52 - Gray Matter Correlates of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Boys versus Girls with Sensory Processing Dysfunction.
13:47 - Sensory processing difficulties in psychiatric disorders: A meta-analysis

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