Psychology Press - Touch and Blindness: Psychology and Neuroscience

Touch and Blindness: Psychology and Neuroscience offers an in-depth look at the rapid transformations occurring in the study of tactile perception and visual impairment. As technology advances to assist those who are blind and robotics development requires new haptic interfaces, understanding the connection between touch and vision becomes more important than ever. This volume approaches the subject through the lens of psychological methodology and state-of-the-art neuroscience techniques. Edited by recognized leaders in the field, the content is based on professional discussions from a 2002 conference. It provides researchers and practitioners with a foundation of current research regarding how the brain processes touch in the absence of sight. Whether you are studying neurology, clinical neurophysiology, or the development of assistive technologies, this book provides the necessary scientific context. It serves as a valuable resource for those tracking the evolution of haptic interfaces and the psychological aspects of sensory substitution.