Abstract
The purpose of this study was to explore the impact of chronic pain on the partner and family of a person with chronic pain. Background. Chronic pain impacts not only on the individual but also their partner and/or other family members. Families of people with chronic pain have reported feeling powerless, alienated, emotionally distressed, and isolated. These impacts have affected their relationship with the person with chronic pain.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 3350-3360 |
| Number of pages | 11 |
| Journal | Journal of Clinical Nursing |
| Volume | 21 |
| Issue number | 23 24 |
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| Publication status | Published - 2012 |
| Externally published | Yes |