"The Asperger Language":E xploring the Relationship Between Textiles, Patterns, and Sensory Experience in Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Review of Recent Research."
Insights and Experiences from an Individual with ASD on Fashion and Design: A Personal Reflection on Sensory-Friendly Textiles and Self-Expression.
As someone with a particular sensitivity to texture and design, I have always tended to pick clothes with a perfect pattern that suits my character and extraverted nature. When I see the right pattern, my eye falls onto it in the shop, making it much easier to find something that fits me perfectly.
I have a feminine way for clothes and can be the perfect help in picking clothes and styles for others. For me, patterns, textures, and colors are crucial components of self-expression and communication. They impact emotional response and satisfaction, particularly for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Research has shown that design strategies such as pattern, color, and texture can impact emotional response and promote well-being, particularly for individuals with ASD. Incorporating sensory-friendly textile products and design principles is essential when considering the unique sensory needs of individuals with ASD.
Personally, I prefer clothes that feel comfortable and non-restrictive. I like my clothes loose, not too baggy, but not too tight either. Skinny jeans, for instance, are not an option for me, as they would be too uncomfortable. My trousers are loose, and I love corduroy, stripes, and a hoodie but when I dress up, I make sure to dress up nice.
In conclusion, fashion and design play an essential role in self-expression and communication. As someone with a particular sensitivity to texture and design, I understand the importance of incorporating sensory-friendly textile products and design principles for individuals with ASD. By doing so, designers can create engaging and satisfying products that meet the unique needs of individuals with ASD while also promoting emotional satisfaction and well-being.
The study of patterns, textiles, and sensory experiences is a growing area of research, particularly in the context of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ASD and Asperger syndrome are conditions with unique cognitive and neural bases, as described in "The cognitive and neural basis of autism and Asperger syndrome" by Simon Baron-Cohen (2006). A related paper, "Autism spectrum disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: Two sides of the same coin?" by Yerys et al. (2016), explores the overlap between ASD and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), suggesting they may share common underlying mechanisms.
The emotional and sensory benefits of tactile experiences have been studied, with a focus on how design strategies such as pattern, color, and texture can impact emotional response and satisfaction. For example, "Textile Design and Emotion: Investigating the Emotional Response to Textile Products" by Hauptfleisch and Triantafyllopoulos (2018) found that design elements such as color, texture, and pattern significantly influence emotional response. Another study, "The Effect of Textile Design and Color on Users’ Emotional Responses and Psychological Needs" by Cantú-Quintanilla and Quintanilla (2020), investigated how textile design and color can impact users' emotional responses and psychological needs.
Textile designers have been exploring the emotional and sensory benefits of tactile experiences, particularly for individuals with dementia and ASD. "Touch and Textiles" by Forte and San Fratello (2018) discusses how textile design can help individuals with dementia engage with the world through tactile experiences. Designing for individuals with ASD presents unique challenges, including the need to create products that meet their sensory needs. Several papers, such as "Sensory-Friendly Textile Products for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder" by Hong et al. (2021) and "Textile Design for Autism" by Young (2020), focus specifically on creating sensory-friendly textile products for individuals with ASD.
Color, texture, and pattern are important factors in textile design. "The Effect of Textile Design and Color on Users' Emotional Responses and Psychological Needs" by Cantú-Quintanilla and Quintanilla (2020) found that these design elements significantly influence emotional responses and satisfaction. The use of technology and user-centered design principles have been explored to create effective and engaging designs for individuals with ASD. For example, "Designing for the Autistic User: An Interview with Laura Zambelli" by Dumitrescu and Toma (2017) presents an interview with a designer who specializes in creating products for individuals with ASD, while "Designing for Autism: A Case Study of a Smart Textile Product for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder" by Kim and Kim (2021) presents a case study of a smart textile product designed for children with ASD.
In healthcare environments or products for individuals with ASD, it is important to consider sensory experience and individual differences in design. Textile designers can use their knowledge of color, texture, pattern, and tactile experience to create engaging and satisfying products that meet the unique needs of users. By exploring the emotional and sensory benefits of tactile experiences and incorporating user-centered design principles, designers can create products that promote well-being and emotional satisfaction.
In summary, the study of patterns, textiles, and sensory experiences is an important area of research that has implications for healthcare environments and products for individuals with ASD. By considering individual differences in design and incorporating principles of sensory experience and emotional response, designers can create products that meet the unique needs of users and promote well-being.
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Kim, J., & Kim, J. (2021). Designing for Autism: A Case Study of a Smart Textile Product for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Journal of Textile Science and Technology, 7(1), 1-16.