Clinical and Experimental Restricted Environmental Stimulation

The book explores the evolution of Restricted Environmental Stimulation Technique (REST) from its controversial beginnings to its recognition as a beneficial therapeutic method. Initially mischaracterized as sensory deprivation linked to psychological harm, REST has been redefined through extensive research and clinical validation. Peter Suedfeld's advocacy played a crucial role in reshaping perceptions, leading to the establishment of the International REST Investigators Society and the acknowledgment of REST's positive impact on psychological and behavioral processes in scientific literature.