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1College of Nursing, 113 Henderson Hall, Kent State University, Kent, OH 44242, USA. wlewando@kent.edu
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Chronic pain is one of the clearest examples of the complex relationship between the mind, body, spirit, and environment. After decades of research, a growing body of evidence supports the importance of certain psychological factors in the chronic pain experience. This article reviews research related to evaluating the role of depression, personality factors, pain-related beliefs, trauma, and coping style in the chronic pain experience. Understanding and using the findings of this research can improve nursing care of persons with chronic pain.
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