
How pain affects
your mental health
Ongoing and severe pain can have a large impact on your emotional well-being. People dealing with this type of pain are often at risk for increased anxiety and depression. The American Psychological Association states that the management of emotional health is as equally as important as treating pain physically (Source).
Suggestions from the APA for coping with chronic pain include:
Suggestions from the APA for coping with chronic pain include:
- Manage stress in healthy ways like eating and sleeping well
- Talk to yourself constructively
- Stay active and engaged with positive things in your life
- Find support groups
- Consult a mental health professional