Sensory Deprivation and the Brain: Neurobiological Mechanisms, Psychological Effects, and Clinical Implications
Brain Sciences January 23, 2026 Donatella Marazziti, Gerardo Russomanno, Matteo Gambini et al.
Background/Objectives: Sensory deprivation, defined as a reduction or absence of external sensory input across one or more modalities, has long been investigated in extreme and experimental settings. More recently, its relevance has expanded to clinical contexts and environmental conditions. The present narrative review aims to synthesize current evidence on the neurobiological mechanisms,...