Are lower-order pain-related constructs more predictive of cold pressor pain ratings than higher-order personality traits?
Consistent with the biopsychosocial model, these results suggest multiple pain-related psychological measures likely assess a common underlying factor, which is more predictive of qualitative than intensity pain ratings. This information may be useful for the development and advancement of pain assessments and treatments while considering the multidimensional nature of pain.
Although the leaflet had improved women's knowledge of the purpose of screening in some areas, some simple messages in the leaflet had not been understood by all women.