July 2013 PMID 23719569

Cognitive and emotional control of pain and its disruption in chronic pain.

M Catherine Bushnell, Marta Ceko, Lucie A Low

Mentions

58
Peak: 2 in Jan 2019
across 6 sources since Jun 2013

Extended reach

34,174
potential audience

Total likes

100

Video views

2,201

Mentions per month

Jun 2013 – Oct 2025

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The collection reflects a strong agreement with the idea that pain perception is modifiable through emotional and cognitive means, exemplified by comments on meditation's role and references to brain circuit disruptions. The tone is analytical and optimistic, with phrases like 'significantly controlled by perception' and mentions of therapies that could mitigate pain, which collectively highlight both the relevance and potential impact of the research.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions align with the article's view that cognitive and emotional factors significantly influence pain management, emphasizing the importance of perception and mental states.

InterestHigh interest

The posts show high interest, with references to findings about brain circuitry changes and implications for therapies like meditation and emotional regulation.

EngagementHigh engagement

Many posts engage deeply by citing specific research and discussing practical applications such as meditation and cognitive therapies, indicating active involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the publication could influence future pain management approaches and societal understanding of pain, though the overall impact remains moderate.

Abstract in brief

  • Chronic pain is a widespread health issue that affects millions, often caused by conditions like back pain, headaches, and arthritis.
  • Mindbody therapies such as meditation, yoga, and cognitive behavioral therapy are increasingly used to help manage pain by influencing the brain's cognitive and emotional control mechanisms.
  • The article highlights that chronic pain can change brain circuits involved in pain regulation, making it harder to control pain as the condition persists.]

Top posts

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Christoph Burch
@ChristophBurch · X

Cognitive and emotional control of pain and its disruption in chronic pain Bushnell MC, et al. Nat Rev Neurosci. 2013 https://t.co/sNK7zisDTW ➡️ #OpenAccess https://t.co/BXWkmXzgmW https://t.co/nrLsidV5ox

Jan 20, 2019 · 9 likes · 1 share · 15,561 followers View post →
dpfaff
@PfaffSC · X

Cognitive and emotional control of pain and its disruption in chronic pain https://t.co/nhd91sMCNB

Mar 9, 2019 · 14,285 followers View post →
estmannmd
@estmannmd · X

Cognitive and emotional control of pain and its disruption in chronic pain | Nature Reviews Neuroscience https://t.co/vFRCrDSVnM

Jun 9, 2019 · 1,812 followers View post →
Why Physical Therapy?
@aleproypt · X

RT @ChristophBurch: Cognitive and emotional control of pain and its disruption in chronic pain Bushnell MC, et al. Nat Rev Neurosci. 2013…

Jan 21, 2019 · 1 share · 132 followers View post →
Annie Ray
@annierayy · X

Takeaway: Pain is significantly controlled by your perception of it. “Pain can have a negative effect on emotions and on cognitive function. Conversely, a negative emotional state can lead to increased pain, whereas a positive state can reduce pain.” https://t.co/HxjvPRM01R

Sep 20, 2023 · 131 followers View post →
Hoopoepop
@hoopoepop · X

A medical study in 2019 implies increase of intuition for those suffering chronic pain/using meditation. “Cognitive and emotional control of pain and its disruption in chronic pain" (from PMC), explored how chronic pain alters brain circuitry, including pain modulation/cognition.

Mar 16, 2025 · 49 followers View post →

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Hoopoepop
@hoopoepop · X

A medical study in 2019 implies increase of intuition for those suffering chronic pain/using meditation. “Cognitive and emotional control of pain and its disruption in chronic pain" (from PMC), explored how chronic pain alters brain circuitry, including pain modulation/cognition.

Mar 16, 2025 · 49 followers View post →
Annie Ray
@annierayy · X

Takeaway: Pain is significantly controlled by your perception of it. “Pain can have a negative effect on emotions and on cognitive function. Conversely, a negative emotional state can lead to increased pain, whereas a positive state can reduce pain.” https://t.co/HxjvPRM01R

Sep 20, 2023 · 131 followers View post →
estmannmd
@estmannmd · X

Cognitive and emotional control of pain and its disruption in chronic pain | Nature Reviews Neuroscience https://t.co/vFRCrDSVnM

Jun 9, 2019 · 1,812 followers View post →
dpfaff
@PfaffSC · X

Cognitive and emotional control of pain and its disruption in chronic pain https://t.co/nhd91sMCNB

Mar 9, 2019 · 14,285 followers View post →
Why Physical Therapy?
@aleproypt · X

RT @ChristophBurch: Cognitive and emotional control of pain and its disruption in chronic pain Bushnell MC, et al. Nat Rev Neurosci. 2013…

Jan 21, 2019 · 1 share · 132 followers View post →
Christoph Burch
@ChristophBurch · X

Cognitive and emotional control of pain and its disruption in chronic pain Bushnell MC, et al. Nat Rev Neurosci. 2013 https://t.co/sNK7zisDTW ➡️ #OpenAccess https://t.co/BXWkmXzgmW https://t.co/nrLsidV5ox

Jan 20, 2019 · 9 likes · 1 share · 15,561 followers View post →
Neuroscience Information Framework
@neuinfo.org · Bluesky

Cognitive & emotional control of pain and its disruption in chronic pain @doi:10.1038/nrn3516] via @NatRevNeurosci bit.ly/17lOK6u

Jun 4, 2013 View post →