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Sensory needs & daily life

Explore sound, light and unexpected change, with ideas for environments and everyday plans.

Who this is for · People exploring sensory needs and daily routines

Suggested reading sequence

There is no need to finish at once. Build understanding in this order or jump to the question that matters.

Children’s meals: beyond trying new foods

Consider texture, change, physical discomfort and family arrangements rather than label every difficulty picky eating.

Understand why everyday settings can be demanding

Start with sensory differences and consider why responses vary across settings and times.

Plan arrivals, transitions and unexpected changes

Choose a situation affecting daily life and make its conditions and expectations more accessible.

Resources and support worldwide

Choose by location and intended audience. Read the scope before visiting the source.

Australia · English · Reframing Autism

Autistic perspectives on everyday life and family support ↗

Articles, lived experiences and talks about sensory needs, stress, communication and school life.

Who it is for
Autistic people, parents, educators, relatives and friends.
Before using this resource
Published by an Australian organisation, with experiences that may be useful elsewhere. Individual experiences are not universal; assess each item separately.

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Hong Kong · Traditional Chinese · Hong Kong Education Bureau · SENSE

Parent films and learning resources ↗

Links to a drama series about autism and executive-skills materials for parents who want to explore Chinese-language resources.

Who it is for
Parents, teachers and relatives interested in children’s everyday situations.
Before using this resource
We checked the directory, not every episode, player, subtitle option or training outcome.

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Further reading

Uniquely Human

Barry M. Prizant · Tom Fields-Meyer

Examples in the book can prompt questions about a child’s reluctance, repeated questions or distress and how to listen to them.

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