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Aistinsäätely, also known as sensory regulation or sensory processing, refers to the neurological process of organizing and interpreting sensory information received from the environment and from within the body. This complex process allows individuals to respond appropriately to sensory input. The sensory system comprises multiple pathways, including the visual, auditory, olfactory, gustatory, tactile, vestibular (sense of balance and movement), and proprioceptive (sense of body position) systems.

Challenges in aistinsäätely can manifest in various ways. Some individuals may be hypersensitive, meaning they are easily overwhelmed by sensory input, leading to avoidance behaviors or distress. Others may be hyposensitive, requiring more intense sensory stimulation to register it. This can result in seeking out sensory experiences or appearing withdrawn. Sensory processing differences can also involve difficulties with sensory modulation, discrimination, or praxis.

Aistinsäätely issues are commonly associated with neurodevelopmental conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), but can also occur independently. Understanding and addressing these sensory needs is crucial for an individual's daily functioning, participation in activities, and overall well-being. Occupational therapists often play a key role in assessing and developing strategies to support individuals with aistinsäätely challenges, helping them to achieve a more balanced and adaptive response to their sensory world.