Sensory Processing Disorder: Adult Symptom Test for SPD

I avoid some foods because of the texture. I would rather go hungry than eat a mushy banana.

Flickering lights — or even worse, strobe lights — send me over the edge. I’m instantly nauseous.

I find myself bumping into things a lot, knocking stuff over, and tripping over my own feet.

I avoid walking through the perfume department at all costs. Scented candles — even the most subtle ones — bother me.

Being in a crowded elevator makes me want to break out and run.

The thought of having to walk through the sand to get to the ocean or a lake can ruin the fun of a swim.

When I’m in a car with other people, I’m always asking, “Can we turn down the radio volume?”

I wear anything that’s loose and flowy, like caftans.

My handwriting is illegible. I'm told I have "difficult-to-read" penmanship.

I enjoy high-adrenaline activities. There’s nothing more thrilling than riding in the first car of a rollercoaster, except maybe riding my road bike at top speed and zip-lining from tree tops.

Daily activities can be hard to do if I'm not able to see what I'm doing. I can’t get dressed or brush my teeth without looking in a mirror. I can’t find the seat belt in my car without twisting to see it. When I type on the keyboard, I have to look at what my fingers are doing.

The sound of a dripping faucet or a crack of sunlight coming in from around my shades wakes me out of the deepest sleep.

Hugs even from those I'm close to can make me feel uncomfortable.

When everyone else is sweating or shivering, I’m usually somewhere in the middle.

I avoid public speaking. The bright spotlight, the possibility of falling off the stage, and the squawking mic make me very anxious.

I prefer to wear tagless shirts and seamless socks. I cut the tags out of my clothes and would rather go naked than wear wool.