Disgust

High school (ages 12+)
Human Body

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/disgust

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the primary neural correlates?Insula and anterior cingulate cortex (ACC)
2. What is the evolutionary function?Defense against pathogens, toxins, and spoiled food
3. Why does my body feel yucky when I see bad food?When we see or smell something that might have germs or poison, our brain signals the body to feel yucky. This reaction makes us want to stay away and not touch or eat it. It keeps us from getting sick.
4. How does disgust help keep us healthy?Disgust makes us wash our hands, throw away bad food, and keep clean. These actions stop germs from spreading and help everyone stay healthy. It is a way our body says "stay safe!"

Visceral Sensation: Bodily feelings originating from internal organs, often associated with strong emotions.
Cognitive Appraisal: The process of evaluating a situation to determine its emotional significance.
Social Cohesion: The degree to which members of a society feel united and connected.