- A meta-analysis involving 347,468 individuals found high prevalence of depression (39.3%) and anxiety (40.2%) among adults with chronic pain.
- Fibromyalgia, complex regional pain syndrome, and temporomandibular disorder are associated with higher psychological symptom prevalence.
- Younger individuals and women had significantly higher prevalence of depression and anxiety.
- Clinical settings showed higher prevalence of depression and anxiety.
- 57% of the reviewed studies were rated as low quality.
- Inadequate reporting of participant and setting characteristics was the most frequent limitation.
- Equitable access to specialty care and routine screening for depression and anxiety in clinical settings is recommended.
Source: JAMA Network Open
