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The Psychology of Pain and Disfigurement in Burn Patients
A summary of Dr. Mehaidat's doctoral research on the psychological effects of pain and disfigurement in burn patients — from the theory of pain and body image to a comparative study of burn patients and a control group in Jordan.
A Psychological Approach to Pain Management: Techniques and Strategies for Lasting Relief
Pain is not only a physical experience — it is profoundly shaped by how we think, feel, and respond to it. This guide presents a structured psychological program for managing chronic pain, drawing on evidence-based techniques that help patients reduce suffering, regain control, and improve quality of life.
The Term "Chronic" Pain and Its Effect on Pain Perception, Acceptance, and Management Outcomes
Does calling pain "chronic" make it worse? This peer-reviewed article examines how the word itself shapes a patient's perception, acceptance, and ultimately their treatment outcomes — and why it may be time to reconsider its use in clinical practice.
Why Chronic Pain Is as Much a Psychological Experience as a Physical One
Pain is more than the body's alarm signal. Why chronic pain is as much a psychological experience as a physical one, and what that means for treatment.
Pain Catastrophizing: How Negative Thoughts Can Amplify Physical Pain
Catastrophizing is among the most studied psychological factors in chronic pain, and one of the most treatable. How negative thoughts amplify pain.