Sensory Processing Sensitivities & Regulation

Sensory Processing Sensitivities & Regulation — Educational Infographic (Printable, A2)

You will receive the printable unwatermarked version of this infographic

This infographic explains the nervous system through the 8 senses and shows how the sensory loop, from input to regulation, shapes communication, behaviour, and emotion.

This infographic covers:

• The Sensory Loop — Vision, Hearing, Touch, Smell, Taste, Vestibular, Proprioception, and Interoception, each with what it processes
• The 4-step loop — sensory input arrives, the brain interprets and filters it, the nervous system and body respond, and regulation, communication, behaviour, and emotion are shaped by that response
• Why Responses Can Look Different — how systems can notice input intensely or need more input to register, and how fatigue, illness, hunger, stress, and transitions shift the sensory picture
• What Supports Regulation — reducing sensory load, offering movement or deep pressure, using visuals and predictable routines, and respecting sensory avoidance and seeking as nervous-system needs
• Research/Source themes and references

What you get:

• High-resolution PDF, print-ready and scalable up to A2 (420 × 594mm)
• Instant digital download

Perfect for: SEND and clinical training, therapy rooms, staff CPD, parent carer forums, and personal understanding.

For personal, classroom, and professional educational use. Not for resale or redistribution.

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Disclaimer:

This resource is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It is designed to support understanding of autism, sensory processing, nervous system regulation, and behaviour from a neurodevelopmental perspective.

The information provided is not medical, psychological, therapeutic, or legal advice and should not be used as a substitute for assessment, diagnosis, or treatment by a qualified healthcare professional.

Every autistic person is unique. Strategies and supports should always be tailored to the individual's needs, strengths, and circumstances.

If a child displays a sudden change in behaviour, severe distress, signs of illness, injury, or behaviours that place themselves or others at risk, seek appropriate medical advice or emergency assistance where necessary.

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and reflects current understanding, knowledge in autism and neuroscience continues to evolve.

This resource is for the purchaser's personal, educational, or professional use only. It may not be copied, redistributed, resold, edited, shared publicly, or reproduced in whole or in part without prior written permission.

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