The Sensory People

A blog created about Sensory Processing Disorder by a SPDer for SPDer's. Info and tips on how to cope with SPD as an adult!

[its-octopodes]

So I’ve seen scams about this floating around Facebook but this is the first one I’ve seen on Tumblr. I love the fidget cube and it is amazing - but the only real one that isn’t a bad reproduced knockoff or a straight up scam is from Antsy Labs. Antsy Labs is the company that originally kickstarted this project.

DON’T BELIEVE ANY OF THE OTHER ADS FLOATING AROUND THEY ARE LITERALLY USING ANTSY LABS IMAGES.

Basically you’re either going to get a really crappy version of one, IF you get one at all. There are some that are just taking people’s money and running.

When I first saw this website I checked it out and they didn’t even have a contact us section and their “return policy” looks sketchy as hell.

Don’t lose your money on this! If you want a real one go check out @antsylabs!

[thatgeekyhooker]

SIGNAL BOOST! I just got my real one in the mail, and having played with a real one and a knock-off, there is no contest… get the real deal! Support antsy labs and the work they put into inventing and perfecting this thing.

[the-real-seebs]

Absolutely agreed. The antsy labs ones are nice. Everyone I’ve talked to with knockoffs has been disappointed.

It turns out, in this case, you really do get what you pay for. The more expensive plastic, quality control, and so on all cost money… But the resulting gizmo is really nice.

[sensorypeople]

We’re still here

Hey guys! So uh. I haven’t touched this blog in... awhile. Last year and until February this year, I was living overseas as a student in Japan. As you can imagine, I was very busy and didn’t have time to focus on this blog. Now that I’m back in Australia and a bit more chilled out, I’ll try to be more active on this blog, and try to post at least once a week.

I’m sorry to everyone that’s sent us messages over the last year. I have not been intentionally ignoring you, I have just not had the spoons to work on Sensory People.

Here’s to a new year, and a new year of Sensory People! Thank you all for your patience.

- Liese

[slimecentral]

TUMBLR SLIMERS! A safety advisory!

Recently, Health Canada is advising Canadians to avoid using borax to make kids’ arts and crafts, such as homemade “slime,” over concerns that too much exposure to boric acid can cause “developmental and reproductive health effects” in children and pregnant women. Borax is a salt of boric acid, a naturally occurring mineral, and often sold as a “laundry booster.” Most of these products warn that borax can be an eye and skin irritant and should never be ingested. Because it is highly alkaline and can dissolve oils and fats, borax is also an effective household cleaner, and seen by some – including the David Suzuki Foundation –as more eco-friendly than petroleum-based cleaning products. Health Canada advises Canadians to avoid homemade craft and pesticide recipes using boric acid. 

So… what does this mean? I’m not sure about other countries, but the agency of health in Canada has deemed borax unsafe, and recommends that it should not be used for children’s arts and crafts, especially including slime.

CRAP I’VE USED THIS STUFF CRAP CRAP WILL I DIE? No, you won’t. This is just an advisory, and it’s prolonged exposure that isn’t healthy for kids or expecting women. Just don’t use it from now on.

Well, how else will I make my slime? There are so many other liquid starch based and plasticine based recipes out there that work just as well, if not better! I’ll make a masterpost of some soon.

BE CAREFUL FRIENDS, SLIME SAFE, AND SLIME HAPPY!

******Even if you aren’t an avid tumblr slimer or slime account, boosting this would be much appreciated!

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my squishy peach from banggood arrived today! i purchased this squishy toy for myself because it looked so cute on the site. it’s so soft, squishes all the way down and is really slow rising which is satisfying to watch. the peach comes in three different colours, however you cant choose the colour yourself but theyre all very cute so it doesn’t matter at all.

if you want to get one for yourself, this peach is only $1.99 for 4 more days!

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[racethewind10]

just an fyi if you start randomly hearing sounds like a chain saw, beating heart or screams, its your chat function because tumblr randomly changed the sounds without any warning. 

[clark-griffins]

Update:

you can turn it off by opening any chat window, clicking the three dots, and clicking “Make the spooky sounds stop.” This should restore the normal notification sounds.

It will then look like this:

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Hand-Painted Honeycomb and Bee Handmade Squishy Memory Foam Stress Ball Stimmy Fidget Toy for Anxiety Autism and Stress

$8 BUY HERE

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[sensorypeople]

I'm always in constant pain and stress due to SPD and executive dysfunction and i cant continue. I try minimise being overwhelmed but its impossible. The only thing that helps now is being in bed all day. Its really bad cuz I live alone and have

Responsibilities and bills to pay. I want to take meds for it but I dunno what will be best? I cant focus on anything I'm just always in pain. Can I get it from the GP or do i have to see a specialist? Thanks xx

Hey there. It sounds like you’re dealing with a lot of stressful stuff! 

There is no medication that you can take for SPD. However, I would definitely recommend talking to a doctor about what is happening. It may be SPD, or there could be another health issue that’s causing these symptoms or exacerbating your SPD. You’ll wanna get it checked out by a professional, in any case.

It may also be good to see what disability supports there are in your area. For example, having someone come to your house and help you out with cooking, cleaning, taking you out to the supermarket, helping you navigate paying your bills, etc. You’ll have to do a bit of research to find what’s around and how to access them.

In terms of coping with SPD, an Occupational Therapist that specialises in sensory processing should be able to help you work out ways to help regulate your sensory system. They may also be able to assist you with daily living skills to help you get back on your feet.

If anyone else has any other suggestions or advice, please feel free to add it!

I hope that is helpful, and I wish you luck! I hope you feel better soon.

Liesel, Mod.

[nyxa]

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How to tell if a video is a screamer

halloween is fast approaching, and sending screamers has become an increasingly popular trend over the past few years. while some people may enjoy them, they can also trigger anxiety attacks in others.

check the section/category of a video. if it’s under “comedy”, “prank”, “horror”, or something similar, close the tab immediately.

comments are also a giveaway. scroll to the comments section before playing a video. if comments are disabled, there’s a likely chance the video is a screamer. close the tab right away. if you see comments like “whoa, that made me jump!”, close the window! and if it’s impossible to disable comments, look for multiple comments deleted by the creator.

check out the video itself, while it’s paused. if it has very low music (this makes the audience want to turn the volume up, so the scream is louder and scarier), or if it has very small text (which makes you want to go into full screen), that’s a good indication that it’s a screamer. exit out and close the tab!

look at the content of the video. if the clip itself deals with the scary or supernatural, like a film about ghosts, you can’t be certain. be careful, and exit the tab if the content seems triggering. pause the video and forward all the way to the end. If everything is good feel free to watch. if a frame with a scary picture comes up, close the tab immediately.

if the video shows a room or picture, and invites you to “find what’s wrong in the picture”, or “find _____”, close the window immediately! 

there’s a new trend going on where videos describing people reacting to screamers are actually screamers themselves. if you suspect this, scroll down and see the comments. if the maker of the video disabled comments to purposely lead viewers to believe the video is genuine, scroll down just enough to see the video time, so you don’t see the video itself. Turn the volume down, just in case it is a screamer, and if the video plays out and there’s no scream, it’s safe to watch.

check the time on the video. if it’s suspiciously short, exit the tab.

look at the related or recommended videos. if any of them fit the above, the video is a screamer.

stay safe this halloween season!

[angulargeometry]

The Circle Of Life (except its a square).

[beesandbombs]

follow one >:)

[sensorypeople]

So I'm really confused because there are a few really specific things that cause me to have something that seem like sensory overload but I don't know if I'm actually having sensory overload since the things that cause them are really specific

Hi there! 

Well, I’m not in a position to give you an answer as to whether or not you’re experiencing sensory overload. But sensory triggers can absolutely be specific things. I know of an autistic woman who’s triggered by a specific ingredient used in perfumes. People can be triggered by specific scents like that, specific textures, specific sounds, sights, etc.

So it’s very possible that the things that trigger you are hitting your sensory system in just the wrong way.

If you want more concrete answers, I would recommend seeking out an Occupational Therapist who specialises in SPD. They may also be able to help you work out ways to regulate yourself when those triggers come up.

I hope that helps!

Liesel, Mod.

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Signal Boost

SHOPCA5EY on ETSY

Hello! We are a transgender couple who desperately need help paying for our rent, food and medical bills. My girlfriend is having a hard time finding someone who will hire her and I am a multiply-disabled autistic who is mentally ill and a wheelchair user and cannot work. My medical bills are outstanding and overdue and while my girlfriend has a degree in computer engineering, work is scarce and she has student debt.

We are not looking for donations, but we ask that you could please signal boost this post to draw attention to our products. We make stuffed animals, fidget toys and jewelry to sell on Etsy. We have been doing well with disabled and autistic Tumblr, and as much as I love my community, I need to branch out and find more customers, preferably some who have more “disposable” income.

I feel like our products could appeal to lots of people if we could just get the word out, and it would be a big help! Unless I start making $700 more per month on Etsy, our savings will be gone and we will be homeless in January.

We do take custom orders if you want to commission a plush toy or ask us to resize some jewelry for you, in case one of our 85+ listings don’t catch your eye.

Again we are SHOPCA5EY on ETSY and we would appreciate a quick reblog if you are able! We are in a really tough spot right now. Hugs to all of you!

-Casey

[softrecollection]

Zen Garden ASMR (Source)

[sensorypeople]

So I'm 17 and i have a bunch of disorders and i was looking last night to see if i have spd. Are there any teen/adult spd ppl who would be willing to talk and share their experience with me? Tysm

Posting so anyone who’d be willing to chat with you can see this! nwn

Liesel, Mod.

[beesandbombs]

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