Sensory load
The combined amount of sound, light, movement, smell and touch a place asks a person to process at one time.
How it shows up
A busy concourse at peak time, a bright retail floor with music, or a crowded queue can all raise sensory load quickly.
What helps
Quieter times and routes, softer lighting, places to step away, and honest notice about busy periods.
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