Holidays are a time for celebration, but for many, like autistic individuals, trauma survivors, older adults with dementia, or those with anxiety, festive lights, loud sounds, crowds, and financial pressures can be overwhelming.
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The Hidden Cost of Festive Cheer: How Overstimulation Impacts Vulnerable Groups
Caregiver guidance from specialist clinics highlights that overstimulation is a frequent cause of short-term worsening of behaviour
