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This research explores how psychological therapies can alleviate chronic pain and improve overall health outcomes.

March 12, 2026Open Access

The Mechanisms of Psychological Therapies for Individuals with Chronic Pain

This research explores how psychological therapies can alleviate chronic pain and improve overall health outcomes.
Review of existing literature on psychological therapies for chronic pain
Analysis of individual-level impacts on activity and mental health
Assessment of societal economic implications related to healthcare and productivity
One in five adults experiences chronic pain, affecting mental health and activity levels
Psychological therapies may reduce healthcare costs by improving individual well-being and productivity
Long-term chronic pain significantly impacts societal economic factors and personal health.

3か月を越えて持続する痛みを慢性痛と呼び、国内外の調査から成人の5人に1人が慢性痛をもつとされている。慢性痛は、個人レベルでは活動性や精神的健康の低下をもたらし、社会経済レベルでは医療費増大や労働生産性の低下につながる、重大な健康問題である。