Areas of the body that receive more input have a bigger representation in the somatosensory map. Here is a picture of the somatosensory cortex showing where the different body areas are represented.

He hopes body maps like the ones from the study may one day help diagnose and treat emotional disorders. [email protected] Originally Published: December 31, 2013 at 7:04 PM EST ...

This is what warm fuzzy feeling you experience when you're happy looks like. A fascinating map shows the human body's response to 14 different common emotions - from fear to love and shame.