Glass half full: A diary and interview qualitative investigation of flourishing among adolescents living with chronic pain

ConclusionsWe conclude that adolescents can experience positive changes in functioning and flourish in some domains of life despite, or resulting from, chronic pain. Further research with an exclusive focus on flourishing is needed to build on this work and address this important gap in knowledge.SignificanceWe present evidence that adolescents can flourish when living with chronic pain. Such knowledge may inform the development of positive psychological treatment strategies that are focused on reinforcing adolescents ’ existing strengths, to expand on current treatment options for adolescents living with chronic pain.
Source: European Journal of Pain - Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research