I didn't realize I was dealing with sensory overload until this post. I deal with it in so many ways I am just really exhausted at the end of each day. Thank you for giving it a name and offering solutions.
Of course! I feel like this topic doesn't get the attention it needs. Physical issues are much more prevalent so we tend to talk about them more. But sensory issues can feel just as debilitating. You are seen and heard. I hope you find some of these strategies helpful ❤️
Since the stroke I have a problem with when is it. I don't know what day it is what month it is what time it is,my internal clock ⌚ isn't running anymore.
Overloaded since the beginning of my stroke. People around me did and do not understand the inside of me (also doctors or PT did not understand it). I have now a daily (social poor) schedule. Light (sun) and crowds make me very quickly dizzy and I have to avoid these as much as possible. No birthdays anymore, no parties, no traveling, but I regained the ability to read and listen to sermons, very blessed. Thank you!
Thank you for sharing your experience! It can be helpful to limit socialization time and setting boundaries if you're just not feeling up to it ❤️ Gotta take care of yourself first!
I have so much going on physically I don't know where to start When I do start I get nowhere. I feel worse than the first month after my stroke. I do deal with major sensory overload
I'm so sorry you're dealing with this. Are you still in therapy? It may be helpful to ask either a therapist or your doctor how you can break things down so starting isn't so overwhelming ❤️
I learned from last year’s eeg that what i thought was sensory overload was also a breakthrough seizure. Sounds are the main trigger but only if I hadn’t had quality sleep and perform too many wfh tasks that tax my brain. Taking the time to ease into my morning routine, wearing loop earbuds, and taking a break from wfh if I don’t have anything time sensitive has helped a lot. However, the one thing that’s harder to mitigate is how my monthly cycle affects it. That’s when I have to hit the cbd oil for extra help.
8 years post and still dealing with sensory overload daily. Light, sounds, and touch. I don't leave home without sunglasses and earplugs. Can no longer wear denim and some knit sweaters.
Since my stroke I have quit listening to music, and I can't handle crowds it's to the point that I don't attend church as often as I should. I don't like the same food that I used to
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It's important to adapt the way you do things to make yourself more comfortable. There's no shame in that ❤️
Excellent video! Post stroke 3 months and a week. There are a few things I have gotten out of your videos. One important thing is to pay attention to your body with all 5 senses. I find that if I have a poor night sleep my body is off balanced to a degree with all 5 senses. When I have a good night sleep I am able to everything and more that I couldn’t do on an off balanced day. I’m now more conscious of getting a good night sleep so now I have more good days than off balanced days. Sleep is my happy therapy pill! Dr. Elyse you are a gem to provide help for stroke patients who otherwise can’t afford therapy sessions. God bless you!
Sensory over load got real bad starting the year before my stroke....And it got a little more after it... Repetitive sounds like bass and treble in music and squeaking dog toys are my strongest triggers.
In 3 of my 4 strokes I suffered damage to the visual cortex. I've had hemianopsia and full blindness during and briefly after my strokes, by they all resolved (mostly, still some small blind spots in my vision). But when I find myself in really crowded places, I feel my vision worsening rapidly to the point of near blindness. Retreating to a quiet place and resting always restores my vision, thankfully.
I've never considered sensory overload as one of my issues until I seen this video! It's been 8 years since my stroke. When I go into a store and I have to search the shelves for an item, I get light-headed. I always think my blood sugar is low but when I check it, it's fine. I'm fine when I have a list and find what I need quickly. Again, I've never considered this. Thank you!!
I’m always so proud of you Elyse! I’ve seen so many sensory difficulties with my stroke survivors that I’ve often used sensory integration and reflex integration therapy for them to adjust to their environment. Quite a challenge for sure!
I'm a 75 year old male and in my case the first move was to remove my hearing aids as the extra volume was not needed and only made the problem worse. I had the aids for business meetings as they helped me zero in on the person talking. The stroke changed my situation to full retirement from active participation, although i still work in the office. My main activity for recovery has been a weekly group Neuro Physio exercise session with other brain injury patients, concentrating on balance and coordination.
I'm glad to hear that you found a solution that worked for you! And glad to hear that you're involved in a neuro exercise group! That community support can be so helpful.
You know this is my number one problem😢 I try to stay in my room with the lights out. I watch old movies repeatedly it is easier to process. I can create at night, the sun here in Cali is way to bright. I keep sunglasses in my car and keep my car organized ❤tfs
Please help my BP has shot up since staying with my mom, dogs bark constantly, smokes in the house, and she constantly yells. But, no one understands what I'm dealing with, they just say I'm Exaggerating
And that's okay, too! We all have different sensory tolerances. 😊 For example, I have a history of chronic migraines so I'm very sensitive to bright light and loud noises.
Thank you! I have been having this and not realizing. Lights and too much noise have been triggers. I also find I have issues looking at people when talking to them and if I can I just prefer to shut my eyes. As for noise, if there is too much or too loud it bothers me. Also thinking I had some damage to my spelling, I just blank out on spelling.
@agohio8366 I feel for you, I seem to be doing that a lot too. There are some reasons to be sad but also I cry for no reason at all! Have you seen your Dr or talked to someone about it? They've told me talking helps, I hope it will. Sending you hopeful vibes. If you have any kind of stroke helpline where you are, please talk to them or your doc
Thank you for posting this. Non stroke survivors usually don’t realize or give credit that this an actual side effect.💐❤😊
I didn't realize I was dealing with sensory overload until this post. I deal with it in so many ways I am just really exhausted at the end of each day. Thank you for giving it a name and offering solutions.
Of course! I feel like this topic doesn't get the attention it needs. Physical issues are much more prevalent so we tend to talk about them more. But sensory issues can feel just as debilitating. You are seen and heard. I hope you find some of these strategies helpful ❤️
I feel the same way and have many sensory overloads that I need to write down. 😢 Thank you ❤
Since the stroke I have a problem with when is it. I don't know what day it is what month it is what time it is,my internal clock ⌚ isn't running anymore.
Overloaded since the beginning of my stroke. People around me did and do not understand the inside of me (also doctors or PT did not understand it). I have now a daily (social poor) schedule. Light (sun) and crowds make me very quickly dizzy and I have to avoid these as much as possible. No birthdays anymore, no parties, no traveling, but I regained the ability to read and listen to sermons, very blessed. Thank you!
I feel sensory overload around socializing re birthday parties a lot of conversing, etc. Exhausting.
Thank you for sharing your experience! It can be helpful to limit socialization time and setting boundaries if you're just not feeling up to it ❤️ Gotta take care of yourself first!
Same here my parents want to go out to dinner lot and it's just exhausting to be in restaurants after my stroke
@@Jordanredux I know! I do it, though. The worst part is loud music...
I have so much going on physically I don't know where to start
When I do start I get nowhere. I feel worse than the first month after my stroke. I do deal with major sensory overload
I'm so sorry you're dealing with this. Are you still in therapy? It may be helpful to ask either a therapist or your doctor how you can break things down so starting isn't so overwhelming ❤️
I feel this so much
I learned from last year’s eeg that what i thought was sensory overload was also a breakthrough seizure. Sounds are the main trigger but only if I hadn’t had quality sleep and perform too many wfh tasks that tax my brain. Taking the time to ease into my morning routine, wearing loop earbuds, and taking a break from wfh if I don’t have anything time sensitive has helped a lot. However, the one thing that’s harder to mitigate is how my monthly cycle affects it. That’s when I have to hit the cbd oil for extra help.
8 years post and still dealing with sensory overload daily. Light, sounds, and touch.
I don't leave home without sunglasses and earplugs. Can no longer wear denim and some knit sweaters.
Since my stroke I have quit listening to music, and I can't handle crowds it's to the point that I don't attend church as often as I should.
I don't like the same food that I used to
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It's important to adapt the way you do things to make yourself more comfortable. There's no shame in that ❤️
Excellent video! Post stroke 3 months and a week. There are a few things I have gotten out of your videos. One important thing is to pay attention to your body with all 5 senses. I find that if I have a poor night sleep my body is off balanced to a degree with all 5 senses. When I have a good night sleep I am able to everything and more that I couldn’t do on an off balanced day. I’m now more conscious of getting a good night sleep so now I have more good days than off balanced days. Sleep is my happy therapy pill! Dr. Elyse you are a gem to provide help for stroke patients who otherwise can’t afford therapy sessions. God bless you!
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Sensory over load got real bad starting the year before my stroke....And it got a little more after it... Repetitive sounds like bass and treble in music and squeaking dog toys are my strongest triggers.
In 3 of my 4 strokes I suffered damage to the visual cortex. I've had hemianopsia and full blindness during and briefly after my strokes, by they all resolved (mostly, still some small blind spots in my vision). But when I find myself in really crowded places, I feel my vision worsening rapidly to the point of near blindness. Retreating to a quiet place and resting always restores my vision, thankfully.
I've never considered sensory overload as one of my issues until I seen this video! It's been 8 years since my stroke. When I go into a store and I have to search the shelves for an item, I get light-headed. I always think my blood sugar is low but when I check it, it's fine. I'm fine when I have a list and find what I need quickly. Again, I've never considered this. Thank you!!
I’m always so proud of you Elyse! I’ve seen so many sensory difficulties with my stroke survivors that I’ve often used sensory integration and reflex integration therapy for them to adjust to their environment. Quite a challenge for sure!
Josh! You are so kind. Thank you so much ❤️ I feel like this aspect of recovery often gets overlooked so thank YOU for addressing it!
I'm a stroke survivor for almost 9 years
Has the overload become easier for you?
I am feeling this sooo much lately. Thank you!!
I'm a 75 year old male and in my case the first move was to remove my hearing aids as the extra volume was not needed and only made the problem worse. I had the aids for business meetings as they helped me zero in on the person talking. The stroke changed my situation to full retirement from active participation, although i still work in the office. My main activity for recovery has been a weekly group Neuro Physio exercise session with other brain injury patients, concentrating on balance and coordination.
I'm glad to hear that you found a solution that worked for you! And glad to hear that you're involved in a neuro exercise group! That community support can be so helpful.
You know this is my number one problem😢 I try to stay in my room with the lights out. I watch old movies repeatedly it is easier to process. I can create at night, the sun here in Cali is way to bright. I keep sunglasses in my car and keep my car organized ❤tfs
This was so helpful, thank you!! 🙏❤
Glad it was helpful! 😊
I had to ask to be relocated to an office in one of our other locations. My coworker's loud voice and phone conversations were a huge trigger
Please help my BP has shot up since staying with my mom, dogs bark constantly, smokes in the house, and she constantly yells. But, no one understands what I'm dealing with, they just say I'm Exaggerating
I’m so sorry :(
😂😂those common triggers I had BEFORE my stroke. No difference now. So I'm just me.😊
And that's okay, too! We all have different sensory tolerances. 😊 For example, I have a history of chronic migraines so I'm very sensitive to bright light and loud noises.
Thank you 🙏🏼
When I’ watching tv I have to turn the volume way down or on mute. It drives other people crazy. I can’t stand the noise
Really enjoy your vlogs
Thanks so much for this video Doc godbless you always 😊
Thank you! I have been having this and not realizing. Lights and too much noise have been triggers. I also find I have issues looking at people when talking to them and if I can I just prefer to shut my eyes. As for noise, if there is too much or too loud it bothers me. Also thinking I had some damage to my spelling, I just blank out on spelling.
God bless you, elyse
Can't stop crying
Cry at anything
@agohio8366 I feel for you, I seem to be doing that a lot too. There are some reasons to be sad but also I cry for no reason at all! Have you seen your Dr or talked to someone about it? They've told me talking helps, I hope it will. Sending you hopeful vibes. If you have any kind of stroke helpline where you are, please talk to them or your doc