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Autistic Adult | Must-Haves For Sensory Regulation (US)
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Vera | Autistic Small Business Owner
These are my must haves for sensory regulation. This list is especially made for autistic adults, see for example the large spinning chair. Sensory regulation tools aren't only for autistic children. They help me as an autistic adult being able to ha...
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Deep Pressure and Movement
 
Noise cancelling
 
Visual regulation
 
Food swaps
 
Fidget jewelry

Deep Pressure and Movement

Deep pressure and movement help autistic adults by calming the nervous system, reducing stress, and improving body awareness. These sensory products support daily comfort and emotional balance.

 
Vera | Autistic Small Business Owner profile picture
I love weighted blankets. When the outside world feels to overwhelming, the pressure of the blanket on my body can help me calm down. This one is especially for autistic adults.
Weighted Blanket for Adults - Stress Relief
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Sensory socks give a calming effect. They also can help with spatial awareness. I recommend these one (extra large) for adults.
Adult Sensory Body Sock (Very Large) - Focus & Calm
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They give a cocoon like embrace. This one is especially for adults (max 260 pounds). They do not only provide relaxation but are also really fun
Sensory Swing for Autistic Adults - Calming Cocoon
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Noise cancelling

I cannot live without noise cancelling tools. They really minimize overstimulation and they also help me concentrate. Perfect for adults who are sensitive to noise. 

 
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Reusable earplugs for noise reduction, they help with noise regulation. It dampens loud sounds. They are lightweight, which makes them comfortable to wear.
Loop Quiet Earplugs for Noise Reduction
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Vera | Autistic Small Business Owner profile picture
This company has hands down the best and most affordable noise cancelling headphones. I use mine everyday, they really help improving my quality of life.
JBL Live 770NC Wireless Over-Ear Headphones Blue
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Visual regulation

I personally love looking at moving fluids, it helps me and a lot of other autistic people calm down. I recommend this one because it comes as a set with different colours. 

 
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I find these really soothing to look at. When the outside world feels to much it gives me a sense of peace to look at the movement in the hourglass.
Liquid Motion Hourglass Visual Fidget Toy
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Food swaps

Sometimes I feel too overstimulated to eat, you maybe recognise this. These help me consume energy  without having too eat solid foods.  I recommend buying food meal replacement powerder over fluids, because this is way cheaper.

 
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Because of sensory difficulties, it can be hard sometimes to eat enough. That's why I really like meal replacement foods. This one has a vanilla taste.
Male Replacement Shake Powder Vanilla - Autism
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Vera | Autistic Small Business Owner profile picture
Because of sensory difficulties, it can be hard sometimes to eat enough. That's why I really like meal replacement foods. This one has a chocolate taste
Meal Replacement Powder Chocolate - Autism
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Fidget jewelry

I love fidget rings because they’re such a simple, discreet way to create a little moment of calm throughout the day. Unlike traditional fidget toys, they look like a piece of jewelry while still giving your hands something soothing to do. Whether it...

 
Vera | Autistic Small Business Owner profile picture
I really like fidget jewerly to deal with overstimulation and understimulation as an autistic adult. It helps me focus better in social settings. This golden sun design has an expensive look to it but it's still affordable.
Fidget Jewelry. Adjustable Sun Spinner Ring, Gold Silver Anxiety Fidget Jewelry. Calming ring for autistic adults.
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Vera | Autistic Small Business Owner profile picture
I really love this nature design of this rotating ring. Fidget jewelry can help autistic adults deal with overstimulation and understimulatiion. They really help me concentrate and feel grounded in social settings.
Rotating Ring, Gold Stainless Steel Fidget Band for Autistic Women. Calming ring on Etsy. Shipped from the United States.
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