The author discusses the impact of sensory deprivation on volition and action for individuals with a brain injury and proposes that sensory and perceptual deprivation being one of the most significant causes of degeneration of creative ability. The paper explains in detail the familiarities of the early stages of consciousness with the levels of tome and self-differentiation. It provides very detailed descriptions of the clinical presentation on these levels and considers in the impact of the social and physical environment on recovery.
Joubert, R (1980) The Effects of Sensory Deprivation on Creative Ability: with particular reference to the Head Injury Patient in the Intensive Care Unit. Lecture paper.