Understanding Touch: An Autistic Perspective on Sensory Experiences
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A new study published in ‘Autism Research’ reveals intriguing insights into how autistic individuals experience touch that somewhat validate or confirm my own experiences as an autistic trans woman. Researchers found that whilst autistic people have lower physiological responses to touch compared to neurotypical individuals, they report higher intensity ratings for both pleasant and unpleasant touch sensations. This highlights a complex interplay between subjective experiences and physiological responses.
Understanding Touch: An Autistic Perspective on Sensory Experiences
Understanding Touch: An Autistic Perspective…
Understanding Touch: An Autistic Perspective on Sensory Experiences
A new study published in ‘Autism Research’ reveals intriguing insights into how autistic individuals experience touch that somewhat validate or confirm my own experiences as an autistic trans woman. Researchers found that whilst autistic people have lower physiological responses to touch compared to neurotypical individuals, they report higher intensity ratings for both pleasant and unpleasant touch sensations. This highlights a complex interplay between subjective experiences and physiological responses.