What is a Sensory Area?
According to Webster’s Dictionary, the sensory area of the brain is an area of the cerebral cortex that receives different nerve fibers from lower sensory or motor areas. It processes the information to allow your brain and body to experience the world around you.
There are five primary senses that are processed in the brain by humans-
Touch
Hearing
Taste
Smell
Sight
Some parts of our environment are overstimulating to our senses. Some people experience sensory overload and need less stimulation but they still want to be involved and learn about the world around them. Sometimes, this just means slowing down.
This area is designed to allow you to interact with the river and the area around in a simple and quiet way. This is an area that is used for stimulating the brain.
People with sensory issues might include an older person with dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease; a young person who might have physical or mental disabilities; or someone with ADHD. Many people also just want to be in quieter spaces.