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Ep. 159 Can your sensory profile affect your mental health?

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Does hyper- or hyposensitivity cause you to feel overwhelmed or under-stimulated in environments others may find normal? Psychologist Luricka Fick considers whether mental health difficulties, including depression, anxiety and risk-taking behaviour, may point to sensory integration issues. She discusses the role dopamine plays in over- and under-responsiveness, and the benefits of sensory integration assessments.
16 Apr 2024 English South Africa Self-Improvement · Relationships

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