What is Stim Eating? Understanding the Sensory Connection
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According to the National Autistic Society, many people, both autistic and non-autistic, engage in stimming, or self-stimulatory behavior. So, what is stim eating, and how does it fit into this? Stim eating is a form of stimming that involves using food to provide sensory input, helping to regulate the nervous system in response to sensory overload, anxiety, or boredom.
