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Autism is one of many conditions where children find the information provided by their senses overwhelming. They cannot filter out unpleasant noises or sights or textures like the average adult can. You or I can ignore the ceiling fan and concentrate on the TV, but autistic children find this difficult. Because their brain doesn't have this filter, their next option is to reduce the amount of information reaching their brain, so they may block their ears, shut their eyes or move away from sensations that are uncomfortable.
If they also have a sensory integration dysfunction (SID), sights and sounds that an average person would not be bothered by may be unpleasant, such as crunchy or squishy food, common smells, particular colours or patterns/shapes, cold things, the list goes on.
Most autistic children cope with sensory overload by keeping things in order and on schedule, so they know what to expect and when, and can prepare themselves. Much like you may enjoy night club when you've prepared for it, but would probably be upset if one suddenly appeared in your bedroom one night, autistic children don't like sudden new sensory stimulation.
In short, loud noises are more stressful for them, especially when they're sudden.
What else can I help you with?
How not to flinch?
Certain things may make you flinch. If loud noises bother you, have people surprise you by making a loud noise. When you get use to noise, you will less likely react when the noise occurs.
Why do people were ear defenders?
To protect their ears and hearing from getting damaged by loud noises.
How can hearing aids help make life easier?
Hearing aids make noises louder and clearer which help some people understand conversation better.
Why would someone want a hearing aid?
A Hearing aid is usually requested to improve one's hearing. Hearing Aides are amplification devices that amplify all sounds helping hearing impaired people understand conversation and noises easier.
Why do i hear a high pitch noise that supposibly only i can hear?
The ringing could be a result of long term hearing damage or exposure to loud noises such as music at a party. However certain electronics make high pitch noises that not everyone is able to hear. People have different ranges of hearing. Usually younger people can hear higher pitch noises than older people can hear.
How are hearing aids useful?
Hearing aides are often used by people with some type of hearing loss to amplify noises. By doing this some people find it easier to understand conversation, and are easier alerted to sounds that they would otherwise miss.
What can you do to people who have autism?
It would not be ethical or legal to do anything TO people who have autism.
Do people with autism repeat them self's?
Yes people with autism do repeat them self's.
Does hearing range decrease with age?
Yes, as people age, their hearing range typically decreases. This is due to a combination of factors, including natural changes in the inner ear and exposure to loud noises over a lifetime. Regular hearing check-ups can help monitor any changes in hearing range.
Do people who have anger have autism?
Not all people with anger have autism but autistic people do tend to have anger issues
What is Autism awareness?
Autism awareness is about understanding, recognizing, and supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It aims to promote acceptance, inclusion, and early intervention to help those with autism thrive. For expert care and guidance, consult Dr. T. R. Yadav, a trusted Autism Specialist in Lucknow, to support your child’s development journey.
Why do people with autism hate loud noises?
Most autistic individuals hate loud noises because it's too bothersome and it can even hurt their ears. And can even cause damage to their ears. And most of the time loud noises-even if different loud noises happen all at once they can cause them to lose their focus on some things. And it can even cause trouble sleeping. For me, I really hate the sound of rain and thunder at night. That does get really disturbing. Even the sound of traffic. Wearing headphones/earphones and carrying an mp3 player is a good option.
