Sensory Needs
True or False: Sensory needs are not important
False
What does it mean to have trouble with "prioritizing tasks"
Dealing with tasks or assignments in order of importance (doing the most important task first and the least important task last)
If you have sensitivity to sounds, what can you ask for?
A quiet, separate workspace or quiet area for breaks
Who should you go to if you need help in a grocery store?
Employee
Which is NOT an example of a sensory need:
Sensitivity to sounds
Lack of awareness of body cues like hunger
Challenges with paying attention for a long time
Challenges with paying attention for a long time
Which of the following IS an example of a learning/working need:
I really like to watch videos on my phone
I have trouble following directions when I just hear them and don't see them written
I want to take a break because I'm bored
I have trouble following directions when I just hear them and don't see them written
If you have trouble with prioritizing tasks, what accommodations can you ask for?
Boss or teacher telling you what's the most important task
What tone of voice should you use when advocating for an accommodation or need?
A) Whiny
B) Kind/neutral
C) Angry
Kind/neutral
It's important to maintain a kind/neutral tone so that the person receiving your message can take it seriously and consider your request
True or False: People who are neurodivergent might struggle with sensitivity to noises
True
Who should you talk to about a learning/workplace need?
Your teacher or boss
What's something you could ask for if you struggle with listening to spoken directions?
Written directions from teacher or supervisor
True or False: You can advocate for things other than accommodations like communication preferences
True! It's important that we learn to advocate for ourselves in all situation. An example of this could be letting someone know that you like to repeat words or phrases from tv shows
Which of the following is a sensory need:
I get really uncomfortable and can't focus on my work if there's a lot of noise
I think pink is a pretty color and I want where I work to be pink
I like the taste of cake and I want school and work to provide me with cake
I get really uncomfortable and can't focus on my work if there's a lot of noise
What are 2 learning challenges a neurodivergent person might have?
Following spoken directions, prioritizing tasks, writing, sustaining attention, sensitivity to changes, communicating effectively
Supervisor, boss, teacher
True or False: The first step in being able to self-advocate is figuring out ways to solve the problem
False! The first step is identifying your need