SynthesisBritish journal of health psychology2025
Thriving when living with chronic pain: A qualitative evidence synthesis of individuals' experiences.
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- Thriving when living with chronic pain: A qualitative evidence synthesis of individuals' experiences.British journal of health psychology · 2025Pooled it
- Clinical, social, and home-level factors associated with the quality of life of residents living with dementia in Canadian nursing homes: a cross-sectional, multi-province study.Health and quality of life outcomes · 2026Article
- Women's experiences of living with chronic pain: A qualitative meta-synthesis.British journal of health psychology · 2025Article
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Abstract
introductionResearch has begun to focus on positive adjustment to, and aspects of, living with chronic pain, which aligns with a positive psychology approach. This systematic review aimed to synthesize available qualitative data to understand the characteristics and approaches that enable people to thrive whilst living with chronic pain.
methodsFive electronic databases (MEDLINE, PsycINFO, CINAHL Plus, Scopus and ProQuest) were searched from their inception until January 2024 using a combination of terms for 'chronic pain', 'thriving' and 'qualitative methods'. Inclusion criteria stipulated qualitative data pertaining to facilitators, barriers and inequalities in experiences of thriving in adults living with chronic pain (without a clear underlying cause). The methodological quality of studies was assessed using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme Tool. Data were analysed using thematic synthesis, with GRADE-CERQual used to determine confidence in the evidence.
resultsIn total, 4162 studies were screened; 17 were included in the qualitative synthesis. Thematic synthesis yielded four overarching themes: (i) attitudes towards pain and its impact on life; (ii) behavioural strategies and openness to trying new things; (iii) perceiving love, support and connection with others; and (iv) ascribing meaning to life alongside pain. GRADE-CERQual indicated moderate confidence in findings. DISCUSSION: Findings align with Seligman's five pillars of well-being (PERMA) model and indicate clinical implications for supporting patients to thrive alongside pain.
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