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How does chronic pain affect your mental health?

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Somya.P

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09/26/2023 at 11:23 AM

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Hello everyone!

How are you today?

Chronic pain affects millions of people worldwide, often significantly impacting their quality of life. However, one often overlooked aspect is its impact on mental health. The persistent discomfort, fatigue, and limitations in daily activities can result in feelings of frustration, anxiety, and even depression. Coping with chronic pain can be a lonely journey, as it may be difficult for others to fully understand the extent of your suffering, further exacerbating feelings of isolation and despair. This is why managing the mental and emotional toll of chronic pain is crucial for overall well-being.

Have you consulted mental health professionals to help you manage chronic pain, and if so, how has it influenced your experience? Have you found specific activities or practices that have helped improve both your chronic pain and mental well-being?

Feel free to share your experiences below!

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Somya from the Carenity team

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Somya.P

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09/26/2023 at 11:31 AM

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How does chronic pain affect your mental health? https://www.carenity.us/forum/chronic-pain/living-with-chronic-pain/how-does-chronic-pain-affect-your-mental-health-5494 2023-09-26 11:31:20

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dan.varady

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10/17/2023 at 2:30 PM

@Somya.P My neurologist gave me a script through the state dispensary for aid with sleep. It helps with sleep. The script is for low dose THC, so it aids with minor pain. I have learned through my trials of product that CBD gummies help with sleep, but not pain. In my state, CBD gummies can be bought at local corner stores.

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Armor2

05/13/2023 at 5:38 PM

@HelloKitty I started taking kratom when I was diagnosed with cervical dystonia, it means I have constant pulling of my neck and shoulder muscles. Botox is the primary treatment , 6 to 8 shots targeting muscles but its hit and miss. I told a friend about this and he told me about kratom, so I went to a kratom shop and talked to the owner. He learned I was an Army Veteran and sold me some capsules. Unbelievable the kratom knocked out the pain and relieved some of the spasms and pulling that was 5 years ago, and I am still taking it for chronic pain. I have found the vendors to trust and a fbook website to share experiences with others. Like all things kratom must be handled with common sense, and reading info on the web helps educate us all. IT IS THE ONLY THING THAT HELPS WITH MY CHRONIC PAIN

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MountainMan

Edited on 03/25/2021 at 8:23 PM

Yes I agree. Im on morphine and Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen and yours as well. I have some others also. If I want to work in the back yard, I am sleep mode if I set down. The next morning and at night is paying with great pain. Its a hard road in many ways. We have to keep going best as we can. Have a smile and good day to you. I have the stimulator too.

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