Casopís lékar̆ů c̆eských
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Pain is one of the most original and oldest experiences of humans and is an example of the psychosomatic interconnection and unity of processes in the human organism. For man it is above all a subjective experience and condition. Pain can be divided into acute and chronic pain. ⋯ Chronic pain can be mitigated by psychotherapeutic programmes by means of which we alter the patient's incorrect idea on the origin of pain and help him to gain control over his pain and promote his activity and self-consciousness. It is advisable to engage in therapy also the family and support the formation of self-help groups. In the USA and FRG favourable and stable results are reported with influencing of pain and its therapy by psychological procedures.