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| Name: | Chapter 3: Stress Release and the Importance of Touch |
| Authors: | Goodson, Aileen |
| Indexed Date: | 31 Aug. 2022 |
| Index Status: | Complete |
| Original Language: | English |
| Genre: | Non-Fiction |
| Citation: | Goodson, Aileen. “Chapter 3: Stress Release and the Importance of Touch.” Therapy, Nudity, and Joy. 1991, pp. 69-97, https://worldcat.org/en/title/17549117 |
Summary
The passage discusses the importance of tactile satisfaction during infancy and childhood for healthy behavioral development. It emphasizes the negative consequences of touch deprivation on physiological, mental, and emotional development and highlights various health professionals' research on the subject, including studies on infant massage, water birthing, and the benefits of sensory stimulation on brain development. The passage also discusses the therapeutic potential of the isolation tank and the significance of unclothed experience in achieving relaxation and inner peace.
Locations
This item can be found at the following locations:
| American Nudist Research Library | |
| Naturist Education Foundation Research Library |