Interoception is the internal sensory system that helps us perceive bodily signals like hunger, pain, and emotions. In autistic individuals, this system can function differently, affecting self-regulation, emotional awareness, and daily functioning. Interoception: The Eighth Sensory explores these connections, offering research-based insights and practical strategies to support autistic individuals across the lifespan.
Interoception is the internal sensory system that helps us perceive bodily signals like hunger, pain, and emotions. In autistic individuals, this system can function differently, affecting self-regulation, emotional awareness, and daily functioning. Interoception: The Eighth Sensory explores these connections, offering research-based insights and practical strategies to support autistic individuals across the lifespan.