Steven Altman

A series of short sci-fi stories based upon a common fictitious epidemic created by Steven-Elliot Altman, called "The Depriver Syndrome."
Depriver Syndrome is transmitted by touch. There is no cure. It may be manifested in a number of different ways; sight, sound, taste, smell, memory, pain, or something totally different. Deprivation may be temporary... or permanent. The severity and type of deprivation relates to the person who transmitted the affliction. Avoiding contact with others is show more paramount; although for some, the thrill of temporary deprivation is worth the exposure. show less