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Sensory Perception in Blind Bilinguals and Monolinguals
P Phani Krishna1, S Arulmozi2, Male Shiva Ram3
1Centre for Neural and Cognitive Sciences, School of Medical Sciences, University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad, 500046, India. phanikrishna1992@gmail.com.
Journal of Psycholinguistic Research
|January 30, 2020
Summary
Blind bilinguals exhibit enhanced tactile sensation processing compared to monolinguals. This study highlights how bilingualism may improve tactile perception in individuals with visual impairments.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Sensory Perception
- Cognitive Science
Background:
- Tactile sensation is a primary sensory modality for daily activities, especially for individuals with visual impairments.
- Understanding factors influencing tactile perception is crucial for developing effective support strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate and compare tactile sensations in blind bilinguals versus blind monolinguals.
- To explore the relationship between bilingualism and tactile sensory processing in the blind population.
Main Methods:
- An experimental comparative study design was employed, dividing participants into two groups: blind bilinguals and blind monolinguals.
- A self-paced reading task using a Braille-scripted passage served as the primary stimulus.
Main Results:
- Blind bilingual participants demonstrated distinct differences in language processing compared to monolinguals.
- Tactile sensations were found to be significantly better in the blind bilingual group than in the blind monolingual group.
Conclusions:
- Bilingualism appears to positively influence tactile sensory processing in blind individuals.
- Language processing differences in blind bilinguals correlate with enhanced tactile perception.
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