Category: P

Brain region that receives incoming sensory information from the thalamus.  

Peripheral afferent nerve that transmits information from peripheral receptors to the spinal cord.  

Incoming sensory fibers entering the spinal cord.  

Overresponsiveness of peripheral nerves to stimulation.  

Electrical stimulation of the peripheral nerves in an attempt to reduce pain.  

Brain stem region that is the source of descending inhibitory pain controls.  

Area of the brain that assimilates a large number of sensory inputs.  

Condition, caused by damage to the brain, in which pain is perceived but does not cause suffering.  

Ryff’s model that contends that well-being is a product of the six dimensions of self acceptance, positive relations with others, autonomy, environmental mastery, purpose in life, and personal growth.  

The desired goal of acceptance and commitment therapy that represents mindfulness plus commitment/behavior change.