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A very dark day

Unexpected Elements

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Seasonal Differences and Extreme Sensory Deprivation

The chapter discusses the challenges of adjusting to early sunsets and a project during the Cold War where researchers studied extreme sensory deprivation. They explore experiments involving forced bed rest and the resulting hallucinations, as well as ethical concerns surrounding the study. They also mention a similar Harvard study with blindfolded volunteers.

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