Can changing your thoughts about pain reduce opioid cravings?
NCT ID NCT04097743
First seen Jan 12, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 15 times
Summary
This study looked at whether people with chronic pain who have strong negative thoughts about their pain (called pain catastrophizing) also have stronger cravings for their opioid medications. Researchers measured cravings, stress hormones, and mood in 93 adults. The goal was to see if a psychological treatment that reduces catastrophizing could help lower opioid cravings. The study was stopped early, so results are limited.
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Stanford Pain Relief Innovations Lab
Palo Alto, California, 27604, United States
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