Boredom vs. happiness: which makes you more sensitive to pain?
NCT ID NCT07330167
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 20, 2026 · Updated 21 times
Summary
This study looked at whether emotions like boredom or happiness affect how sensitive people are to pressure pain. 161 healthy adults took part. Researchers measured pain thresholds and tolerance while participants experienced different emotional states. The goal was to understand the link between mood and pain perception, not to test a treatment.
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Helena Gunnarsson
Vaxjo, Kronoberg County, 35195, Sweden
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