Chronic Pain and Mental Health

July 6, 2021

Do I Have Chronic Pain?

You may be experiencing chronic pain if you are answering yes to the following questions:

  1. I have aches or pains in my body
  2. The pain I experience is there more often than not
  3. The pain I feel distracts or distresses me
  4. I have experienced this pain for a significant amount of time

(Rucker, 2001)

What are Common Psychological Problems Associated with Chronic Pain?

Feeling sad or blue may be associated with chronic pain. A person may have an external locus of control which means that they feel they do not have control over their lives. Additionally, a person may