tuntoherkkyydestä
Tuntoherkkyys, known in English as tactile hypersensitivity or sensory defensiveness, is a sensory processing difference where an individual experiences an exaggerated or negative reaction to touch stimuli. This can manifest in various ways, from a mild aversion to certain textures to a severe distress response when touched.
For some individuals with tunttoherkkyys, typical sensations like light touch, the brush of clothing, or even
The underlying cause of tunttoherkkyys is believed to be related to how the brain processes sensory information.
Managing tunttoherkkyys often involves strategies to desensitize the individual to touch or to create a more