Facial expression of pain: “Just so stories,” spandrels, and patient blaming

Behavioral and Brain Sciences 25 (4):466-466 (2002)
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Facial responses to pain might be the result of evolution but Williams' interesting “Just So” story provides no convincing evidence for her hypothesis. Contrary to her hope, casting facial action in an evolutionary perspective will probably not reduce the common practice of health care professionals blaming patients for their problems; instead, it may discourage appropriate treatment.

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