India, May 20 -- A landmark review published in The Lancet reveals that psychological therapies particularly cognitive behavioral therapy can significantly reduce chronic pain by altering brain activity.
The research, led by Professor Lene Vase of Aarhus University, analyzed numerous studies and found that such treatments induce measurable changes in brain networks involved in pain perception and emotional regulation.
Chronic pain affects nearly one in five adults, and traditional medication often falls short. This new evidence highlights that psychological approaches can offer more than just emotional support they can reshape the brain's response to pain.
CBT, in particular, helps patients identify and interrupt negative automatic thoug...