Why Chronic Pain Triggers Depression in Some People but Not Others

Scientists have uncovered a critical brain mechanism that elucidates why chronic pain leads to depression in some individuals, while others remain psychologically resilient. This novel discovery, published in the prestigious journal Science, fundamentally challenges the long-held assumption that depression is an inevitable consequence of enduring pain. By integrating extensive human neuroimaging data…

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