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Neurodivergent adult in headphones standing in a bright supermarket aisle, quietly managing sensory overload.

Supermarkets, High Streets and Quiet Exits: Coping With Sensory Overload in Everyday Places

For many neurodivergent people, “just popping to the shop” isn’t simple at all. This piece unpacks why supermarkets and high streets are so draining, and offers practical ways to lower the sensory load — plus gentle scripts for explaining it to partners, family and housemates.

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