A Study of Sensory Issues of Students with Autism

The primary objective of this quantitative study was to explore the sensory issues experienced by students with autism. The target population consisted of all teachers working with autistic students across Punjab. A convenience sample of 50 teachers was selected from various schools throughout the region. Data were collected using a self-developed questionnaire designed to gather teachers’ perspectives on the sensory challenges faced by their students. Interviews were conducted, and the responses were transcribed, coded, and analyzed thematically. Frequency distributions of the responses were calculated to identify common trends. The findings indicated that sensory issues significantly hinder the educational progress of students with autism. Based on the results, conclusions were drawn and recommendations were provided to both parents and teachers to help address these sensory challenges and support greater independence among students with autism.