But even better, they’re made with non-toxic materials with 100% recycled packaging and waste-free production. These are noise reducing headphones, so they don’t block all noise, but they do help reduce the volume of the outside world which can help many children on the autism spectrum. I also have an eye mask to wear along with headphones which helps with too much visual stimulation when I'm on a plane or staying at a hotel. That can be great in some situations – but not when you want to stay engaged with the world around you.

And they offer up to 16 decibels (SNR) and 10 decibels (NRR) of noise reduction, to reduce sounds to a more tolerable level.I would like to look into active noise cancelling headphones but they are quite expensive and I worry that my expectations are too high. It’s important to note that while noise reduction rating helps assess how effective the headphones will be at reducing noise, it doesn’t consider other factors such as fit and seal. Autism makes my ears so sensitive that I hear even the smallest noises like the heat turning on or my cat walking around in the kitchen.

Just what I was looking for, as can still hear sounds coming through, just at a more manageable volume.

The percentage discount is quoted by reference to the ex-VAT sub-total amount for that item without any other discount applied.

Unfortunately, the noises in these environments have even been associated with an uptick in anxiety and depression. They reduce the stress response to annoying noises such as busy places, classrooms, playgrounds, eating and chewing, electric buzz, cutlery, ticking/tapping and gaming and calms their environment in a subtle, but potentially life-changing way.Adjustable noise canceling with 5 levels to choose from to balance comfort and situational awareness. Made to protect young listeners’ eardrums from early hearing damage following the World Health Organization’s recommendation of an 85dB-limited volume range. They are fine to use when falling asleep, just don't expect them to provide a Bose or Sony experience.