Pain: The Eternal Enemy That Helps Us Survive

Pain — a universal protective mechanism necessary for survival and one of the main components in the body's signaling system. Since it is extremely difficult to ignore, it quickly draws our attention to the source of discomfort and teaches us to avoid injuries and dangers.

In one way or another, everyone is familiar with pain, but what is the nature of this phenomenon? How, where, and at what moment does it arise in the body? What influences our perception of pain, and is it always necessary to get rid of it? How did our ancestors deal with pain?

The author, who has studied the phenomenon of pain for many years, talks about all its forms: from acute to chronic, from caused by physical injuries and mental torment to accompanying diseases.

Based on research results and cases from medical practice, Dr. Lalhen shares knowledge about how pain is formed in our brain and how other organs respond to it, what conditions and circumstances enhance and alleviate pain, and most importantly — how to learn to understand pain and perceive it correctly.