Stress and Chronic Pain —
Doing Your Part
“Chronic Pain is
like a weed that
can take over the
landscape of your
life if you let it in.
Yet, it doesn’t have
to be that way.”
-
John P. Forsythe,
PhD
People who suffer from chronic pain not only suffer physically, but they also suffer psychologically. When feeling pain over a prolonged period of time, many get depressed, anxious or stressed. This can
actually make your pain harder to control. Learning healthy ways to cope with stress can
help you better control your pain. Remember, always talk to your healthcare providers
and let them know how you are feeling. They can help you get back on the right track.
Here are some tips to combat stress:
- Believe in your
ability to cope
- Learn relaxation
exercises
- Get a grip on guilt
- Get plenty of rest
- Eat a balanced
diet
- Improve
communication
skills with those
around you
- Learn to accept
and adapt to
change
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