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. 2021 Jul 13;52(7):3061–3075. doi: 10.1007/s10803-021-05186-3

Table 4.

Summary of main themes and sub-themes developed from thematic analysis relating to sensory reactivity in autistic adults

Main theme Sub-themes
Outcomes

Physical outcomes and responses

Feeling overwhelmed and disengaging

Mental health

Control

A desire for control and predictability

Difficulty with self-control

Tolerance and management

Moderated by mood

Soothing sensory input

Avoidance

Adaptation

The role of other people

Understanding

Support