Deutsche Welle6/6/2026Health
German stores adopt 'Quiet Hour' to aid sensory-sensitive customers
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German stores, including Ikea, Edeka, and Rewe, have introduced a 'Quiet Hour' to reduce sensory stimulation for customers with invisible disabilities, such as autism, ADHD, and chronic pain, by dimming lights, stopping music and announcements, and minimizing other overwhelming stimuli.
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German stores, including Ikea, Edeka, and Rewe, have introduced a 'Quiet Hour' to reduce sensory stimulation for customers with invisible disabilities, such as autism, ADHD, and chronic pain, by dimming lights, stopping music and announcements, and minimizing other overwhelming stimuli.
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