Pain is an alarm signal sent by our body to alert us of an injury or dysfunction. This feeling of pain is an essential defense mechanism that allows us to react quickly to an aggression. When we hurt ourselves, pain receptors, called nociceptors, transmit a signal to the central nervous system. This signal is then interpreted by the brain, which generates the painful sensation. However, the perception of pain is subjective and depends on many factors, such as the intensity of the stimulus, the context, the emotional state or past experience. Pain is therefore not simply a physiological response, it is also influenced by psychological and social factors.
Some individuals have a higher tolerance threshold than others, which means that they feel the sensation of pain less. This variability can be explained by several biological, psychological and social factors. Indeed, the neural networks involved in the transmission and perception of pain can present individual differences. Genetics also plays an important role in sensitivity to pain. Anxiety, depression and stress can increase sensitivity to the feeling of pain. Conversely, positive emotions such as joy can help to tolerate it. Finally, social learning, beliefs and cultural values can influence the way (…)
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