Understanding the Inseparable Link Between Mind and Body

Psychology also plays a vital role in the management of chronic pain, shifting the focus from purely pharmacological solutions to "biopsychosocial" models. Pain is not just a sensory input; it is a perception filtered through the brain's emotional centers. Psychological strategies such as biofeedback and guided imagery help patients modulate their experience of pain by altering how the brain processes signals from the nervous system. This empowers patients to regain a sense of agency over their bodies, reducing the reliance on opioids and preventing the secondary depression that often accompanies long-term physical suffering.