Depression

4 Tips to Help Cope With Chronic Pain and Depression

Peer-Reviewed Article

To cope with chronic pain and depression, seek professional help, stay active, maintain a support network, and practice self-care.

Consultation between doctor and patient

Overview

Posterior view showing pain and stiffness in the low back

Stress-Related Back Pain

Causes and Diagnosis

Professional woman grabbing her lower back with a pained look on her face

The Diagnosis of Stress-Related Back Pain

A spiral of how emotional stress causes pain

How Does Stress Cause Back Pain?

Treatment

Posterior view highlighting pain in the upper back and shoulders.

Treatments for Stress-Related Back Pain

Wellness

Consultation between doctor and patient

4 Tips to Help Cope With Chronic Pain and Depression