[Nyabs] Blind people perceive touch faster than those with sight

[Alexander Castillo]

So, could be learning braille at an early age which does this, or it
could be some sort of compensation, or both... Wonder if this faster
perception takes place elsewhere in the body and not just fingers...

Alex

On 1/27/11, Kate Carroll <carroll.kathryn.e at gmail.com> wrote:
> Hey guys,
>
> Just an article form several months ago about the increased sense of touch
> in blind persons.
>
> Link: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/10/101026172021.htm (via
> shareaholic.com)
>
> Best,
> Kate
>