03. If we crave movement, such as rocking and swinging, would we have an easier time calming our central nervous systems in space? (A K2S Question)

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You may have a harder time in space because calming can come from slow rocking and deep pressure, both of which will be more difficult to experience due to a lack of gravity. You may be able to kick off a wall (proprioceptive) and do spins in the air (vestibular), but this may not be too practical with other passengers in the space station or space hotel. To compensate, sensory awareness and sensory activities would have to be exaggerated for all the other senses so that the brain will still get the "sensory diet" it needs to thrive.

Answer provided by Lucy Jane Miller, Ph.D. OTR


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