When companies claim their shoes are ‘mind-altering,’ they often blur the distinction between sensory modulation and ...

Athletic footwear is being marketed as a brain stimulator that enhances concentration and sensory awareness. However, ...

New athletic shoes promise to boost focus by stimulating feet. Neuroscience reveals the connection is complex. While feet have many sensors, this input mainly affects body awareness. Claims of ...

A child holds their hands up in front of their face, revealing palms covered in a rainbow of paint. Source: Sharon McCutcheon/Pexels Many people on the autism spectrum have atypical responses to ...

Virtually anyone can have a sensory processing issue; however, more often than not, sensory processing challenges affect the neurodiverse. More specifically, they're commonly seen in ...

Patricia Jovellar Isiegas is a member of the Spanish Association of Occupational Therapists for Children and Adolescents (TOP-es). Many children have intense reactions to certain sounds or food ...