Evaluation and Deceit SignalsArnold Schwarzenegger drives home his
point while the TV host thinks it overHead Rubbing and Slapping Gestures
When you say someone 'gives you a pain in the neck', you are
referring to the ancient reaction of the tiny erector pillae
muscles on the neck — often called
goosebumps — attempting to make
your non-existent fur pelt stand on
end to make yourself appear more
intimidating because you are feeling
threatened or angry. It's the same hair-
raising reaction an angry dog has
when it's confronted by another
potentially hostile dog. This reaction
causes the tingling feeling you experi-
ence on the back of your neck when
you feel frustrated or fearful. You'll
usually rub your hand over the area to
'Pain in the neck' gesture satisfy the sensation.