Do women and men experience pain differently? In a recent AAMCNews interview, Dr. Bartley explores the biological, psychological, and social factors that contribute to sex differences in pain perception and treatment.
Dr. Bartley highlights how women’s pain has historically been dismissed or under-recognized, leading to disparities in pain care. She discusses key research findings, including hormonal influences on pain sensitivity, differences in opioid effectiveness, and the impact of social and psychological factors on pain experiences. She emphasizes the need for a holistic, multidisciplinary approach to pain management that considers both biological and psychosocial influences.
Read the full interview here
https://www.aamc.org/news/do-women-and-men-feel-pain-differently