How To Mitigate Sensory Overload

Take A Timeout

It is important to sometimes take a timeout. Removing oneself from an environment can help the brain calm down and reduce sensory overload. Sometimes, especially in individuals prone to sensory overload, there may be too much going on in the environment, and the brain cannot process it properly. It can make them want to put their hands over their ears and yell. But, this action causes the individual more distress and can cause chaos around them. When patients experience sensory overload, the last thing they want to do is exacerbate the situation. If they do not learn from experiences to walk away and remove themselves from detrimental situations, the situations will only become worse. It can only help to get out of the situation and get some breathing room. This will reduce the amount of stimulation the brain is trying to deal with and process. As the brain does not have as many senses and situations to process, it will calm down and relax.

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