Neev

TAL X Wellmom
SPD, or sensory processing disorders affect how the brain interprets and responds to sensory stimuli. Neev is the result of a study undertaken with the objectives to study the impact of SPD on individuals, particularly children, and their daily activities, analyze current therapeutic approaches and identify gaps in available sensory tools, and design and develop adaptive accessories that provide sensory regulation
through tactile, proprioceptive, and vestibular inputs.

Neev- an effort towards accessibility

The Neev weighted jacket Neev is an academic project done in collaboration with developmental specialists at Wellmom Antenatal, and MKW Hospital, Delhi. Dr. Rashmi Bawa is an occupational therapist and a neuro paedriatrics specialist with over 25 years of experience with children combatting Sensory processing disorders. This project focuses on designing a range of adaptive accessories to help individuals with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) manage their symptoms effectively

Design stories

Arshia Bawa

Mar 253 min read

Adaptive design and why it matters

Adaptive design is a crucial approach in various fields, including architecture, fashion, technology, and healthcare. It focuses on creating solutions that accommodate diverse needs, ensuring inclusivity and functionality for individuals with varying abilities. Unlike traditional design, which often follows a one-size-fits-all approach, adaptive design prioritizes flexibility, user comfort, and accessibility. It recognizes that human needs are diverse and constantly changing,

Design stories

Arshia Bawa

Mar 183 min read

Social implications of living with an SPD

Social discrimination against individuals struggling with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is a pervasive issue rooted in a lack of awareness and understanding. People with SPD often face challenges in processing sensory information, which can manifest as unusual behaviors that society may misinterpret as disruptive, uncooperative, or inappropriate. These individuals frequently encounter exclusion, judgment, and even ridicule in social, educational, and professional settings

Design stories

Arshia Bawa

Mar 156 min read

How are SPDs diagnosed

This questionnaire gives essential insights into the specific needs of the person and creates an IIP - Individual Intervention Plan, to address the sensory issues. This questionnaire contains 125 sensory profile questions, that cover sensory experiences such as touch, movement, sound, etc. The questions need to be answered by primary caregivers stating how often the affected person responds to the particular stimulus. Once the questionnaire is completed, the summary score she

Design stories

Arshia Bawa

Mar 124 min read