Examining Alexithymia and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder across Different Levels of Chronic Pain in Patients

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Bagheri Sheykhangafshe Farzin; Farahani Hojjatollah; Dehghani Mohsen; Fathi Ashtiani Ali

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Journal: International Journal of Musculoskeletal Pain Prevention Year:621 | Volume: | Issue: Page(s): 1026-1033

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Title

Examining Alexithymia and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder across Different Levels of Chronic Pain in Patients

Author(s)

Bagheri Sheykhangafshe Farzin | Farahani Hojjatollah | Dehghani Mohsen | Fathi Ashtiani Ali | Issue Writer Certificate

Keywords

Alexithymia

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Chronic Pain (CP)

Pain Measurement

Pain management

Abstract

Aims: The primary objective of this study is to examine the relationship between Alexithymia and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) among patients experiencing varying degrees of Chronic Pain (CP). Method and Materials: This study utilized a descriptive causal-comparative approach. The participants were drawn from patients referred to pain and physiotherapy clinics in Tehran from 2022 to 2023. Out of 300 CP patients, 150 patients with high CP levels and an equal number with low CP levels were purposively chosen. The participants completed the Graded Chronic Pain Scale (GCPS), Perth Alexithymia Questionnaire (PAQ), and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Checklist (PCL). Data analysis was performed using SPSS-24 software, employing multivariate analysis of variance. Findings: The findings revealed a significant difference in the levels of Alexithymia and PTSD between the two groups (P<0. 001). Patients with high levels of CP demonstrated increased negative difficulty identifying feelings (F=241. 87), positive difficulty identifying feelings (F=389. 01), negative difficulty describing feelings (F=190. 61), positive-difficulty describing feelings (F=347. 81), general-externally orientated thinking (F=376. 28), reexperiencing (F=246. 75), avoidance (F=100. 74), negative alterations (F=378. 01), hyperarousal (F=388. 46), and emotional numbness (F=388. 47) compared to their counterparts (P<0. 001). Conclusion: These findings underscore the intricate relationship between CP, Alexithymia, and PTSD. Therefore, the need for comprehensive assessment and management strategies addressing the interplay of these factors in patient care is highlighted.

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