Low Mood and Negative Thoughts Amplify Pain in The Brain
Psychology Today | 18.11.2025 05:07
Pain and mood have a complicated relationship. Numerous studies show that low mood intensifies the experience of pain. Likewise, pain disorders develop more commonly in people with a history of depression, trauma, or overwhelming stress. This is because the brain processes pain as both a physical and emotional experience; multiple regions in the brain communicate to determine the pain level you feel.
