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Sensory Perception
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Touch is a powerful force, capable of alleviating pain, depression, and anxiety. But how much touch do we need, and from whom?
Joshua Shavit![](https://www.thebrighterside.news/uploads/2024/07/95ac29_c81243a2ecb24c3e80a0a0927eb7c4d9mv2.png?auto=webp&auto=webp&optimize=high&quality=70&width=1440)
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Touch is a powerful force, capable of alleviating pain, depression, and anxiety. But how much touch do we need, and from whom?
Joshua Shavit