Lab Notes: Why are we ticklish?

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Sep 2, 20260:10:46Science & Medicine

Most people know the feeling of ticklishness, whether it's the tickle attacks that bring about uncontrollable laughter or the feather-like touch from something brushing against your skin. But why do we feel ticklish? Can...

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