Chronic pain is physically and psychologically stressful and the constant discomfort it causes can lead to anger, frustration, and depressive thoughts towards you and loved ones. Individuals can use a variety of mental and sensory (sound, etc.) activities to help relax, distract, disassociate, and...

Staying employed while living with chronic pain can be very difficult. Many people show up to work despite the chronic pain and are less productive. The reduction in productivity is a worry, as repeated sick days and low productivity could result in being fired. Some individuals have mixed...