For this assignment, there are two parts. Make sure to answer all questions.  Provide a detailed response to the topic questions in the Discussion Area. To support your work, make sure to utilize

 For this assignment, there are two parts. Make sure to answer all questions.  Provide a detailed response to the topic questions in the Discussion Area. 

To support your work, make sure to utilize your course and text readings. When asked, also utilize outside sources. As in all assignments, make sure to cite your sources in your work and provide references for those citations utilizing APA format.

• Explain the adaptive role of pain. Describe the role pain plays in our daily lives. What do you think would happen if you could not sense pain?
• Is there a difference between the immediate pain signal and the signal that occurs after some injury? Explain. What causes each type of pain?
• Do you think that we seek to eliminate pain too often? Are there cases where experiencing prolonged pain can lead to an increase in pain sensitivity? Explain.