Dr. Joel Frank, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist from Los Angeles, California. He has worked in the mental health field for over a decade with a diverse range of clients, including children, adolescents, adults, and elderly individuals; inpatient and outpatient settings; and forensic facilities.
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Not only are sleep problems a common symptom of depression, but poor sleep can make depression worse, which can become a vicious cycle.
Chronic pain and stress have a very complex and intertwined relationship. Having pain is inherently stressful. When the pain does not appear to be remitting or getting better, the concern regarding the pain can turn into fear, anxiety, and hopelessness. Individuals living with pain may develop negative thoughts about themselves and their abilities. They might even develop “pain behaviors,” which are adjustments they make to their functioning and environment to limit the pain they experience.