Bottling up feelings may worsen pain in seniors, study finds

NCT ID NCT07122817

First seen Apr 26, 2026 · Last updated May 03, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looked at how emotional suppression—hiding or holding in feelings—affects pain and physical abilities in people aged 65 and older. Researchers measured pain intensity, pain-related thinking, and physical performance (like walking and standing) in 106 older adults. The goal was to understand the link between emotional habits and physical health in aging.

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Locations

  • Istinye University

    Istanbul, 34010, Turkey (Türkiye)

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