Apaesthesia

/ˌæpɪsˈθiːʒə/ noun

Definition

The loss or reduction of sensitivity to touch or physical sensation in part of the body.

Etymology

From Greek 'apo' (away, without) + 'aesthesis' (sensation), literally meaning 'without sensation.'

Kelly Says

Apaesthesia can happen with nerve damage, but interestingly, some meditation practitioners report intentionally inducing a form of it through intense focus—the brain's remarkable ability to gate sensation.

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