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How can you design products that are easy to use for people with sensory processing disorders?

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Sensory processing disorders (SPDs) affect how people perceive and respond to different types of stimuli, such as sound, touch, smell, taste, and vision. People with SPDs may experience sensory overload, under-responsiveness, or seek out certain sensations. These challenges can make it difficult for them to use some products that are designed without considering their needs and preferences. As an engineering designer, you can create products that are easy to use for people with SPDs by following some basic principles and guidelines. Here are some tips to help you design products that are sensory-friendly and accessible.

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PERVEZ A.

Research Assistant Project Air Pollution Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University) Varanasi
Subhasis Banerji

Founder - Managing Director at Synphne Pte Ltd.,

1 Understand your users

The first step in designing products that are easy to use for people with SPDs is to understand who they are, what they need, and what they want. You can do this by conducting user research, such as interviews, surveys, observations, or testing. You can also consult with experts, such as occupational therapists, psychologists, or educators, who work with people with SPDs. By understanding your users, you can identify their pain points, goals, preferences, and abilities, and use them as the basis for your design decisions.

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Designing products for people with sensory processing disorders (SPD) requires a deep understanding of the diverse ways individuals experience sensory input. Here are some key considerations: Understanding hypersensitivity and hyposensitivity: Hypersensitivity: Individuals with hypersensitivity find certain sensory inputs overwhelming and unpleasant. Products should minimize these triggers with features like adjustable volume, vibration intensity, light dimming, and texture options. Hyposensitivity: Individuals with hyposensitivity seek out sensory input. Products can provide regulated stimulation through deep pressure, vibration, chewy textures, or calming visuals.

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2 Simplify your design

The second step in designing products that are easy to use for people with SPDs is to simplify your design as much as possible. You can do this by reducing the number of features, functions, options, or steps that your product requires. You can also use clear and consistent labels, icons, colors, and shapes to communicate the purpose and function of your product. You can also avoid using elements that are too bright, loud, or distracting, and provide options to adjust the volume, brightness, or contrast of your product. By simplifying your design, you can reduce the cognitive load and sensory overload that your users may experience.

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Customization and control: Offer adjustable features to allow users to personalize the experience based on their sensory needs. This includes things like adjustable volume, brightness, vibration intensity, and texture variations. Utilize intuitive and accessible controls that are easy to operate, even for individuals with motor skill challenges. Predictability and consistency: Maintain consistent operation and feedback mechanisms. Avoid unpredictable sounds, lights, or vibrations that can be startling or upsetting. Use familiar or intuitive design elements to minimize the learning curve and reduce anxiety. Material and texture choices: Choose materials that are non-irritating and pleasant to the touch. Avoid rough textures, loud noises,

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3 Provide feedback and guidance

The third step in designing products that are easy to use for people with SPDs is to provide feedback and guidance to your users. You can do this by using sounds, vibrations, lights, or text to indicate the status, progress, or outcome of your product. You can also use prompts, hints, or instructions to help your users navigate, operate, or troubleshoot your product. You can also provide options to repeat, review, or skip the feedback and guidance as needed. By providing feedback and guidance, you can increase the confidence and satisfaction of your users.

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or strong smells that might be triggering. Offer a variety of textures to cater to different preferences. Consider all senses: While most SPD products focus on tactile or auditory sensations, don't neglect other senses. Visual design, taste, and even smell can play a role in user experience. Safety and hygiene: Ensure products are safe and durable for individuals who might chew, fidget, or have other sensory seeking behaviors. Consider materials that are easy to clean and sanitize.

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4 Offer choices and control

The fourth step in designing products that are easy to use for people with SPDs is to offer choices and control to your users. You can do this by allowing your users to customize, personalize, or adapt your product to their preferences and needs. You can also provide options to turn on or off certain features, functions, or stimuli that your product offers. You can also enable your users to pause, resume, or stop your product at any time. By offering choices and control, you can respect the autonomy and diversity of your users.

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Collaboration and testing: Involve individuals with SPD in the design process to gain valuable insights and feedback. Conduct thorough testing with diverse users to ensure products are truly accessible and meet their needs. Designing for SPD involves empathy, careful consideration, and attention to detail. By following these principles, you can create products that are not only helpful but also empowering for individuals with sensory processing disorders. Remember, every individual with SPD experiences sensory input differently. It's crucial to personalize and customize products as much as possible to ensure optimal user experience. I hope this information gives you a good starting point for designing products that are accessible and

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5 Test and iterate

The fifth step in designing products that are easy to use for people with SPDs is to test and iterate your design with real users. You can do this by conducting usability tests, user feedback sessions, or beta testing with people who have SPDs or similar conditions. You can also use tools, such as sensors, cameras, or eye trackers, to measure the physiological and emotional responses of your users to your product. By testing and iterating your design, you can identify and fix any issues, problems, or gaps that your product may have.

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6 Follow best practices and standards

The sixth step in designing products that are easy to use for people with SPDs is to follow best practices and standards for usability and accessibility engineering. You can do this by consulting with relevant guidelines, frameworks, or checklists, such as the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), the Universal Design Principles, or the Sensory Design Principles. You can also learn from examples, case studies, or reviews of products that are designed for people with SPDs or similar conditions. By following best practices and standards, you can ensure that your product meets the expectations and requirements of your users and stakeholders.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Subhasis Banerji

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For such a population, functional and processing abilities may vary widely from day to day or even from morning to afternoon to evening. Secondly, an underlying fatigue always affects a person's ability to use a device over anything longer than 10-15 min. Design should incorporate such variability and features for sensing and adapting to such user variability. Thirdly, user choice to adjust some of these features quickly and voluntarily to match how well or unwell they feel at that moment will align very closely with how those with sensory processing disorders live their lives.

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