Mental Health

There are clear links between physical and mental health. Chronic pain takes a significant toll on people's ability to function and live in a way that supports their own mental health.

Chronic pain may increase personal stress when it impairs job-related function and impacts an individual's ability to make a living. In addition to increasing stress, personal coping skills like taking a walk, yoga, or even sitting down and reading a book can become increasingly difficult for individuals with chronic pain.