A new view of pain as a homeostatic emotion
human feeling of pain is both a distinct sensation and a motivation – that is, a specific emotion that reflects homeostatic behavioral drive, similar to temperature, itch, hunger and thirst.
Bud Craig • A new view of pain as a homeostatic emotion
Changes in the mechanical, thermal and chemical status ofthe tissues of the body – stimuli that can cause pain – are important first of all for the homeostatic maintenance of the body.