Stress deprivation

Stress deprivation (within the sociological and psychological dimensions of accessibility) refers to a state of severe functional and psychological limitation caused by a prolonged deficit of essential stimuli or a continuous inability to satisfy fundamental psychological needs under distressing environmental conditions. In barrier-free and universal design frameworks, managing stress-induced deprivation involves adjusting environmental factors to prevent cognitive overload or trauma-induced isolation among vulnerable demographics, including neurodivergent groups and individuals with psychological disabilities.