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The Influence of Acoustic Stressors in Educational Environments for Autistic Individuals: Preliminary Investigations
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The Influence of Acoustic Stressors in Educational Environments for Autistic Individuals: Preliminary Investigations

Marco Caniato, F Bettarello, Arianna Marzi and Andrea Gasparella
Building Simulation Applications BSA 2024: 6th IBPSA-Italy Conference Bozen-Bolzano, 26th–28th June 2024, pp.593-600
Building Simulation Applications
6th Building Simulation Applications conference, BSA 2024 (Bolzano, 26/06/2025–28/06/2025)
2025
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https://hdl.handle.net/10863/52154

Abstract

Today, the increasing need for inclusive school environments is driven by the growing population of neurodivergent individuals, particularly those sensitive to sudden and loud noises. Addressing their specifi needs enhances their educational and social performance and improves conditions for all students. Inclusive design can lead to more effective learning environments, fostering a sense of belonging and reducing stress for all occupants. This study investigates the influence of acoustic stressors in school environments that accommodate neurodivergent individuals who are sensitive to sudden and loud noises. The research focuses on identifying noise sources such as objects falling, doors shutting, school bells and chairs scraping. A range of classroom settings wil be simulated to determine whether the produced noise could be configured as a potential stressor for autistic individuals.
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