What Touch Starvation Does To Your Mind

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Physical touch isn’t just a simple gesture—it’s a vital part of our emotional well-being. When we go without it, we can feel more anxious, disconnected, and even lost. But why is touch so essential for us? Today, we’ll uncover the emotional toll of touch deprivation and how it shapes our feelings and sense of connection with the world. If you’ve ever felt isolated or unsure of why you’re struggling emotionally, this video might help you understand just how powerful human connection really is. We’re here to remind you that you’re not alone, and that taking care of your emotional health matters. Writer: Stela Košić Editor: Rida Batool Script Manager: Kelly Soong Voice Over: Amanda Silvera - www.youtube.com/AmandaSillvera Animator: Georgia Whitbread YouTube Manager: Cindy Cheong References Beßler, R., Bendas, J., Sailer, U., & Croy, I. (2019). The “Longing for Interpersonal Touch Picture Questionnaire”: Development of a new measurement for touch perception. International Journal of Psychology, 55(3), 446–455. https://doi.org/10.1002/ijop.12616 Gupta, M. A., Gupta, A. K., Schork, N. J., & Watteel, G. N. (1995). Perceived touch deprivation and body image: Some observations among eating disordered and non-clinical subjects. Journal of Psychosomatic Research, 39(4), 459–464. https://doi.org/10.1016/0022-3999(94)00146-v Harlow, H. F., & Zimmermann, R. R. (1958). The development of affectional responses in infant monkeys. Proceedings of the American Philosophical Society, 102

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