Dr. Mohammed Mehaidat
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Writing on pain psychology, athlete mental health, and emotional wellbeing — grounded in research, accessible to all.
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Why Chronic Pain Is as Much a Psychological Experience as a Physical One
When most people experience pain, they think of it as a straightforward signal — the body's alarm system announcing that something is wrong. Burn your hand, feel pain. Break a bone, feel pain. But for the millions of people living with chronic pain, this simple model breaks down completely.
Pain Catastrophizing: How Negative Thoughts Can Amplify Physical Pain
Of all the psychological factors that influence chronic pain, catastrophizing is among the most studied — and among the most powerful. It is also, fortunately, one of the most treatable.