A population-based examination of the co-occurrence and functional correlates of chronic pain and generalized anxiety disorder

Conclusion Chronic pain is common among the Canadian population and is associated with substantial disability. Results demonstrated that GAD is prevalent among chronic pain conditions, and comorbidity is associated with greater pain severity. GAD in the context of migraines, in particular, may represent an important treatment target to reduce disability.
Source: Journal of Anxiety Disorders - Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research