Blunting pain’s emotional component
Wednesday, March 13, 2019 - 13:00
in Psychology & Sociology
Chronic pain involves more than just hurting. People suffering from pain often experience sadness, depression and lethargy. That’s one reason opioids can be so addictive — they not only dampen the pain but also make people feel euphoric. What if it were possible to develop a pain killer that could curb the negative emotions associated […]