Sensory processing disorder (SPD) is a complex condition, typically diagnosed during childhood, that involves the mind struggling to interpret and respond to sensory information. It can involve over- or under-experiencing certain stimuli, including touch, sound, smell, vision, and can be a source of serious discomfort and isolation particularly for young children of school age.
Sensory processing disorder (SPD) is a complex condition, typically diagnosed during childhood, that involves the mind struggling to interpret and respond to sensory information. It can involve over- or under-experiencing certain stimuli, including touch, sound, smell, vision, and can be a source of serious discomfort and isolation particularly for young...
Some individuals suffer from a sensitivity to sound that does not otherwise meet the diagnostic criteria for sensory processing, hyperacusis or misophonia. For individuals who might find certain sounds tolerable but annoying, with degrees of pain or discomfort that are acceptable but not ideal, you may be 'sound sensitive'.
Some individuals suffer from a sensitivity to sound that does not otherwise meet the diagnostic criteria for sensory processing, hyperacusis or misophonia. For individuals who might find certain sounds tolerable but annoying, with degrees of pain or discomfort that are acceptable but not ideal, you may be 'sound sensitive'.
While parents are often very diligent in wearing hearing protection when they're riding a lawnmower or enjoying loud music, it's easy to forget that your children's ears are sensitive too. In fact, a child's hearing is more sensitive than an adults and far more susceptible to damage. In the US, it's estimated that 12% of children between 6 and 19 have...
While parents are often very diligent in wearing hearing protection when they're riding a lawnmower or enjoying loud music, it's easy to forget that your children's ears are sensitive too. In fact, a child's hearing is more sensitive than an adults and far more susceptible to damage. In the US, it's...
With more and more companies producing increasingly complicated bluetooth ear muff solutions, the classic set of passive hearing protection may seem old fashion. At Earjobs, we say: not true. The right set of passive ear muffs are a cost effective, comfortable, and effective hearing solution that will protect your ears, no batteries or chargers required. A few reasons you might...
With more and more companies producing increasingly complicated bluetooth ear muff solutions, the classic set of passive hearing protection may seem old fashion. At Earjobs, we say: not true. The right set of passive ear muffs are a cost effective, comfortable, and effective hearing solution that will protect your ears,...
When you first start using ear plugs, a simple foam or silicone set can be a one size fits all solution to keep your ears safe. At a certain point, however, it’s time to upgrade. A set of use-specific ear plugs, plugs for music, for work, for motorcycling, or for shooting, is always going to provide superior performance. A few...
When you first start using ear plugs, a simple foam or silicone set can be a one size fits all solution to keep your ears safe. At a certain point, however, it’s time to upgrade. A set of use-specific ear plugs, plugs for music, for work, for motorcycling, or for...
In this guide, we’re going to run through some of the most popular products, particularly in terms of managing sound sensitivity. For plan managers especially, if you have questions don’t hesitate to get in touch via email, we’ll be able to provide specialised guidance and advice based on the specifics of your client.
In this guide, we’re going to run through some of the most popular products, particularly in terms of managing sound sensitivity. For plan managers especially, if you have questions don’t hesitate to get in touch via email, we’ll be able to provide specialised guidance and advice based on the specifics...
If you’ve ever heard a ringing in your ears that’s not explained by noise around you, you’ve experienced Tinnitus. In fact, HealthDirect estimates that two out three Australians will experience a tinnitus episode at some point in their life. Unfortunately, for some Australians, tinnitus is a constant struggle and severely impacts their quality of life.
If you’ve ever heard a ringing in your ears that’s not explained by noise around you, you’ve experienced Tinnitus. In fact, HealthDirect estimates that two out three Australians will experience a tinnitus episode at some point in their life. Unfortunately, for some Australians, tinnitus is a constant struggle and severely...
The popularisation of working from home has been an unexpected side effect of COVID-19 and meant a flurry of activity last year as we all bought office chairs, printers and motivational posters to adorn our kitchens and living rooms. Entering 2021, however, many Australians decided that they weren’t through with working from home and that one or two or five...
The popularisation of working from home has been an unexpected side effect of COVID-19 and meant a flurry of activity last year as we all bought office chairs, printers and motivational posters to adorn our kitchens and living rooms. Entering 2021, however, many Australians decided that they weren’t through with...
