The Influence of Loneliness on Pain Outcomes for Adolescents: A Cross-Sectional Survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Loneliness, the perception that one's social relationships do not meet the desire for social connection, is a risk factor for poor mental and physical health. Adolescents with chronic pain experience higher rates of peer loneliness which persists over time. Previous studies used a single loneliness measure, limiting our understanding of the nature of their loneliness. This study describes the types of peer loneliness (intimate, relational, and collective) experienced by these adolescents and the impact that peer loneliness has on pain-related outcomes.

Methods

A cross-sectional online survey was completed by 128 Canadian adolescents aged 12-18 years who experienced pain for at least 3 months. Validated measures captured demographics, pain-related characteristics,

SUBMITTER: Forgeron PA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11520531 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature