Boredom may change how much pain you can handle, study finds
NCT ID NCT07330167
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 17 times
Summary
This study looked at whether feeling bored or happy changes how sensitive people are to pressure pain. 161 healthy adults took part. Researchers measured pain thresholds and tolerance while participants experienced different emotions. The goal was to understand how mood affects pain, not to test a treatment.
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Helena Gunnarsson
Vaxjo, Kronoberg County, 35195, Sweden
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