pijnverwachtingen
Pijnverwachtingen, also known as pain expectations or anticipatory pain, refers to the thoughts, beliefs, and predictions individuals hold about the pain they anticipate experiencing. These expectations can significantly influence the actual perception and experience of pain. They are not simply a passive anticipation but an active cognitive process that can shape sensory input and the body's response.
Positive pain expectations, where an individual believes pain will be manageable or short-lived, can lead to
These expectations are shaped by a variety of factors, including past experiences with pain, information received