Sensory deprivation

Sensory deprivation

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Sensory deprivation is the deliberate reduction or removal of stimuli from one or more of the senses. This can be achieved through various methods such as blindfolds, earplugs, or specific environments designed to minimize sensory input.

Sensory deprivation is sometimes used in meditation practices to enhance focus and internal awareness. It can also be applied in psychological experiments to study the effects of reduced sensory input on the human mind.

In kink, sensory deprivation is often used to facilitate a transition to a more internal state of mind, and to refocus the attention to the senses not being deprived. For example, loss of sight and hearing may increase the focus of the person on touch and body position.