This can contribute to symptoms of sensory overload.
With attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), sensory information competes for your brain’s attention. Autism is associated with hypersensitivity to sensory input, making sensory overload more likely. Scientific research and firsthand accounts tell us that autistic people experience sensory information differently. Sensory overload is also a common symptom of certain health conditions. Conditions associated with sensory overloadĪnyone can experience sensory overload.
