
The Link Between Chronic Pain and Depression: What to Know
By
Carol Caffin
Reviewed by
Susan Ko, Ph.D.
December 09, 2022
Dealing with chronic pain can take a toll on mental health. Studies suggest that symptoms of depression may occur in 50% to 75% of people with chronic pain—which is significantly higher than the estimated 18.5% of adults in the general population with symptoms of depression.
The good news is that treating one condition can often lead to improvements in the other.
The Relationship Between Pain and Depression
Although studies have examined the relationship between chronic pain and depression, it’s still unclear whether or how one causes the other.
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