Longitudinal Associations of Family Relationship Quality with Chronic Pain Incidence and Persistence Among Aging African Americans.

Sarah B WoodsPatricia N E RobersonQuiera BookerBeatrice WoodStaja Booker

Published in: The journals of gerontology. Series B, Psychological sciences and social sciences (2024)

Chronic pain outcomes are worse for African Americans for a number of reasons, but parent-child strain may contribute to the risk of new pain developing over time for older adults. Conversely, family support may offer a protective benefit for pain incidence and persistence among aging African Americans. Findings implicate family relationships as a potential target of pain management interventions.

Keyphrases

chronic pain
pain management
risk factors
physical activity
cross sectional
metabolic syndrome
weight loss
postoperative pain
glycemic control