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Sensory sensitivity refers to a pattern of sensory processing
that is characterized by low sensory thresholds and a passive self regulation
strategy (Dunn, 1997). The Sensory Sensitivity continuum refers to the amount
of detection people use to keep track of stimuli around them. When people
obtain a ‘more than others’ score, they detect more sensory stimuli
than others; therefore, they can be distractible, hyperactive and may complain.
When people obtain a ‘less than others’ score, they detect less
stimuli than others; they may seem less aware than other children.