1. What brings you here? I have been dealing with sensory defensiveness my entire life
2. What is your relations to someone with SPD? Do you have it? Yes I do
3. Share a little of your journey if you'd like. I'm 59 years old have always had sensory defensiveness, can't stand bright light, loud noises, crowds, certain touch...the first time I took a shower as a child I felt like i was being pelted with needles, my mother thought I was being difficult, I hate things tight on my waist, I love cold rooms with heavy blankets I only recently realized this an actual phenomenon, as nearly everyone has just thought I was weird, a friend who works with children told me about sensory defensiveness a year or two ago, first time I've had a name for it. I startle easily, often startle myself.
4. Is there any immediate help you need? I would like help dealing with it. I take anti-depressants, and anti anxiety meds
5. SPD doesn't run your life! What are you or your child's gifts? Interests? I'm an RN, I was and continue to be a good student, a loving and empathetic mother and friend.
6. What do you like to do in your spare time? Any hobbies or interests? Garden, walk, cook, photograpy, skiing.