The phrase "tactile stimuli" refers to things we feel or touch through our sense of touch. It includes the textures, pressure, temperature, or vibrations that we perceive by physically interacting with objects or surfaces. Full definition
The sights, scents and tactile stimuli encountered when working with plants provide a sensory experience that enables people to be in the present moment rather than dwelling on problems. (liveinthenow.com)
This reflex exhibits classical conditioning when a weak tactile stimulus to the siphon is used as a conditioned stimulus and a strong shock to the tail is used as an unconditioned stimulus. (science.sciencemag.org)
Dr. Mashhoon also characterizes EEG reactivity to drug - related and tactile stimuli during stress and acute withdrawal conditions, across various clinical and psychiatric populations. (mcleanhospital.org)