Glossary
Terms used in accessibility research and practice. Each entry has a definition, common aliases, and category tags.
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- Noise Sensitivity(also: Auditory Hypersensitivity, Hyperacusis, Sound Sensitivity)
- A heightened physiological and emotional response to sounds that others may tolerate without difficulty. Common among autistic individuals and people with other sensory processing differences, noise sensitivity can cause distress, anxiety, and sensory overload in everyday…
- Non-Visual Feedback(also: Non-Visual Output, Alternative Sensory Feedback)
- Any system output or response that does not rely on vision to be perceived, including auditory cues (speech, tones, sonification), haptic feedback (vibrations, force), and tactile output (braille, raised surfaces). Non-visual feedback is essential for making interactive systems…
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