Let's break it down.
Noci- comes from the Latin "Nocere," meaning: to injure (ever heard someone call an odor "noxious?")
-ception comes from the Latin "Capere," meaning: to receive (capisce?)
Therefore...Nociception refers to the function of the brain that receives pain.
This function occurs in "higher" species-those with complex nervous systems. Science can pinpoint this in non-human animals by certain signifiers of pain: dilated pupils, increased pulse rate (raised blood pressure), perspiration, etc.
Some people can't feel pain, this is called CIPA (congenital insensitivity to pain and anhydrosis), they seldom live past age 25, for obvious reasons.
Now what on earth is romantic about this topic?
Nociception confirms the adage that says "it's all in your head."
The brain does not differentiate between physical and emotional distress. This means that a broken arm triggers the same cognitive reaction as a broken heart.
aah! i love nociception. which sounds dorky, but after taking a sensation/perception class at this school, i'm fascinated.
ReplyDeletei dig the way you've broken it down. the pictures are quite valid and amusing.
if i was going to complain about something, i'd say that your text is a little similar to your background color still. beyond that, all seems well. still loving your header!
Interesting, informative post. I agree with Emily Jane--you should address your contrast. Your text is bleeding away. Nice tone, too. Smart and angular, not dismissive. Pics: good. Link to REM... questionable.
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