Somatic Sensation (Noun)
Meaning
The perception of tactual or proprioceptive or gut sensations; "he relied on somesthesia to warn him of pressure changes".
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- The patient reported a heightened somatic sensation in her fingertips after the nerve damage had healed.
- Somatic sensation plays a crucial role in our ability to maintain balance and posture.
- The yoga instructor encouraged her students to focus on their somatic sensation to release tension in their muscles.
- Researchers studied the effects of meditation on somatic sensation in individuals with chronic pain.
- The athlete's somatic sensation allowed her to adjust her movements and avoid injury during the intense workout.