Sensory processing disorder (SPD) heavily handicaps the neurodivergent population
There exists an extraordinary opportunity to significantly improve the lives of millions of neurodivergent individuals, many of whom currently lack access to tailored solutions. This gap in care often leads to heightened stress, isolation, and limited social interaction. By addressing these challenges, we can not only enhance the quality of life for this population but also establish a sustainable and profitable enterprise—redirecting the substantial expenditures currently allocated to suboptimal solutions, many of which should ideally be supported by social institutions rather than individual families.
Focusing on Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is just the beginning. Our research in brain health and neurological conditions holds potential applications for a wide range of disorders, including epilepsy, attention deficit disorder, and numerous other mental health concerns. Additionally, our technology could extend to supporting overall mental well-being in the general population.
Globally, over 400 million people are neurodivergent, and of those, at least 200 million in the developed world suffer from SPD.
This condition affects their ability to engage in everyday activities, pursue careers, and maintain social relationships, often exacerbating social stigmatization. Unfortunately, the current solutions available to SPD sufferers are largely inadequate—many are invasive and isolate individuals further, while others fail to fully address the complexities of their sensory challenges. At Orígenes, we see a clear path to changing this reality.
Specifics on SPD
SPD presents a significant challenge for the neurodivergent community:
- SPD is characterized by difficulty in processing or managing one or more sensory inputs.
- It impacts social interaction and often leads to heightened stress.
- Severe cases can result in sensory overload and crises, leading to withdrawal or “lockdown” situations.
- An estimated 90% of individuals with autism spectrum disorder also experience SPD.
- Between 46% and 69% of children with attention deficit disorder show signs of heightened sensory reactivity.
- Current solutions for managing SPD are often inadequate, invasive, and lack adaptability. We believe that personalized, ad-hoc solutions have the potential to greatly improve the quality of life for individuals living with SPD.