chronic pain

Chronic pain both psychological, social; women more affected: Experts

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NEW DELHI: Chronic pain, persisting beyond the typical healing period of three months, often has complex psychological and social dimensions, say experts who urge people, particularly women who are more susceptible, not to hesitate in seeking support from psychologists. The experts noted that pain clinics, found in many tertiary or multi-specialty hospitals, are equipped with … Read more

Chronic Pain: Researchers reveal childhood trauma raises risk of chronic pain in adulthood

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WASHINGTON: According to new research, physical, sexual, or emotional abuse or neglect, either alone or in combination with other types of childhood trauma, increases the likelihood of chronic pain and accompanying disability in adulthood.These new findings highlight the need of addressing adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), which are potentially traumatic events that occur before the age … Read more