Investigating the link between chronic pain and mental health in veterans
Chronic pain conditions and internalizing psychopathology, a genetic epidemiology investigation.
This study is looking at how chronic pain, like migraines and fibromyalgia, connects with mental health issues such as anxiety and depression in veterans, and it aims to find genetic factors that might help improve treatment and quality of life for those dealing with these challenges.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Puget Sound Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10975929 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research explores how chronic pain conditions, such as migraines and fibromyalgia, are related to mental health issues like anxiety and depression in veterans. By utilizing data from the Million Veteran Program, the study aims to identify specific genetic factors that contribute to both chronic pain and internalizing disorders. This approach combines electronic health records with genetic information to better understand the underlying causes of these conditions. The goal is to improve treatment outcomes and quality of life for affected individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans experiencing chronic pain conditions alongside mood or anxiety disorders.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have chronic pain or internalizing psychiatric conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective treatments for veterans suffering from both chronic pain and mental health disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the genetic links between chronic pain and mental health, but this specific approach is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- VA Puget Sound Healthcare System — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gasperi, Marianna — VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Gasperi, Marianna
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.