If your dislike of touch is due to a sensory processing order (see the symptoms for various age groups, at the SPD Foundation) occupational therapists are trained tohelp. Whether you are an adult, adolescent or parent of a child with tactile sensitivity, getting an evaluation and exploring possible reasons for the issue is the first step towards healing.While today sensitivities are more likely to be addressed in children, if you are an adult don’t hesitateto explore your treatment options.
May use substances to relax in intimate moments or to be comfortable in groups
May dislike climbing stairs, hills, risesĬan find it hard to transition, especially waking up and starting the dayĪnxiety, depression, anger management issues Dislikes some types ofmovement such as roller-coasters