Reduced sensitivity to tactile stimuli associated with physical and mental disorders: A monozygotic twin study (opens in new tab)

Tactile sensitivity is crucial for perceiving subtle external stimuli and maintaining a high quality of life. While individual differences in tactile sensitivity are influenced by local factors, such as skin condition and nerve density, the relationships between tactile sensitivity and systemic factors, such as physical and mental health, remain unclear. This study investigated how systemic conditions are related to tactile sensitivity, excluding genetic influences, by analyzing 25 pairs of m...