Psychiatric and psychological aspects of chronic pain.
To gain a better understanding and a more complete assessment of chronic pain syndrome, the psychosocial, psychological, psychodynamic, and psychiatric aspects of this condition should be included in patient evaluation. As illustrated in the two case studies presented, this approach leads to clearer recognition of the biological and psychosocial needs of patients, and allows for more effective treatment measures to be taken.
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New Jersey Neuroscience Institute, Seton Hall University School of Graduate Medical Education, South Orange, NJ, USA.