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5 Signs Your Chronic Pain Is the Product of Stress
One in five adults in the U.S. suffers from chronic pain or illness that is “medically unexplained.” According to the latest research into neuroplastic symptoms, many of these symptoms are stress- or trauma-related and brain-generated. What are common signs that your chronic pain might be a neuroplastic symptom?
Neuroplastic Symptoms & the Opioid Crisis
In 2023, opioids accounted for 81,083 of the 107,543 drug overdose deaths reported in the United States. The opioid crisis is a plague on modern health care, and much of its devastation is a result of patients being unable to find understanding or relief — including many who suffer from neuroplastic symptoms. Dr. Clarke explains the connection between neuroplastic conditions and the opioid crisis.
The ATNS Conference Is a One-of-a-Kind Gathering
The ATNS Conference is the world’s #1 gathering of professionals dedicated to ending neuroplastic pain and illness, and every one of its resources and events are open to the public. With presentations on everything from specific migraine diagnosis strategies to the latest discoveries in mind-body research, the Neuroplastic Symptoms Conference is a direct path to a new level of understanding of research and treatment into neuroplastic symptoms.
Pain Relief Psychotherapy: The Latest in Treatment for Chronic Pain
In a study conducted at CU-Boulder in Colorado, nearly 98% of patients reported improvement when treating their chronic pain with “Pain Relief Psychotherapy.” This novel method involves the patient reframing their approach to their own pain signals. that involves the patient reframing their approach to their own pain signals. Such findings are very promising for patients who have seen little progress with traditional treatment.
What Is Pain Relief Psychology?
Recent studies in Halifax, Boston, Detroit, Colorado, and Los Angeles have shown that several closely related versions of Pain Relief Psychology produce dramatically better pain relief than traditional forms of treatment including mindfulness, injections, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Pain Relief Psychology begins with education that pain can be generated by the brain due to stress. The stress can be from current life events, unrecognized mental health conditions, or any of several consequences of adverse childhood experience. When these are addressed, pain is relieved.
Is There a Medical Blindspot? Who Is Modern Health Care Missing?
It is estimated that 30%-40% of primary care patients in the U.S. suffer from pain or symptoms with no medical explanation or effective treatment. What is the root cause of all these missed diagnoses? Is it entirely about education and understanding, or is there something structural at work? Take a deeper look at neuroplastic symptoms and discover why modern health care isn’t serving those patients.
The Neuroplastic Symptoms Alliance Brings Hope to What Seems Hopeless
The Neuroplastic Symptoms Alliance represents several specialized communities committed to advancing understanding of psychophysiological disorders and promoting the overall well-being of patients. The alliance includes groups dedicated to medical doctors and mental health professionals, as well as one for patients and the public.
Deep Stress, Adverse Childhood Experiences, & Chronic Illness: Understanding the Connection
Dr. Clarke has successfully treated over 7,000 people who were under so much stress they became physically ill or developed chronic pain. A majority had suffered Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). He discusses the remarkable effectiveness of Pain Relief Psychology for alleviating neuroplastic symptoms.