Perception of Pleasure and Pain Presentation

Resource: "Sensation and Perception - Is Pain Real," located in this week's Electronic Reserve Readings.

You have been asked to create a lecture for a high school psychology class on the perception of pleasure and pain.

Create a 15- to 20-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation that includes the following:

· A diagram and description of the cutaneous system

· A diagram and description of the function of the somatosensory cortex

· An explanation of the role of the somatosensory cortex in the perception of pleasure and pain

· A description of how the cutaneous system can be damaged

· A description of how the damage to the cutaneous system can affect the quality of life

Include at least three to five peer-reviewed sources. Format your presentation consistent with APA guidelines.

Format your presentation consistent with APA guidelines.