title: Effect of psychological processes on chronic pain.
abstract: The influence of psychological factors on the evolution of acute to chronic pain is reviewed with respect to attributional style. Training patients in coping strategies can help them to alter their beliefs and develop greater confidence in their own ability to manage their pain.
authors.forename: S E
authors.initials: SE
authors.lastname: Jones
mesh_terms: D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D001172:Arthritis, Rheumatoid / Q000150:complications*; D001294:Attitude to Health; D002908:Chronic Disease; D006801:Humans; D010146:Pain / Q000209:etiology / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology*; D010865:Pilot Projects; D012648:Self Care / Q000523:psychology*