A person experiencing sensory deprivation misinterprets the limited stimuli with resulting impairment of thoughts and feelings. Which of the following contribute to sensory deprivation? (Select all that apply.)
a. visual impairments d. physical or social isolation
b. sedative drugs e. infection
c. auditory impairments f. emotional stability
A, B, C, D
Factors that contribute to sensory deprivation include: visual or auditory impairments that limit or prohibit perception of stimuli, drugs that produce a sedative effect on the CNS and interfere with the interpretation of stimuli, trauma that results in brain damage and decreased cognitive function, and isolation (either physical or social) that results in a nonstimulating environment
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