Can constant pain cause depression?

Absolutely, chronic pain and depression share the exact same chemical pathways in the brain. Dealing with constant discomfort drains your serotonin levels. Along with managing the physical pain, please don't hesitate to seek counseling or talk to a psychiatrist. Mental health support is highly necessary here.

Living with daily pain is very exhausting and it definitely brings the mood down. I found that light breathing exercises and warm herbal teas help calm the nervous system a bit. But for deep depression or severe chronic pain, you must consult a proper medical professional.

Yes, I have seen this happen to so many people in our support groups. When you cannot sleep or move freely because of pain, it naturally breaks your spirit. My advice is to tackle both: work with a pain specialist and a therapist together. You are not alone in this fight.

I am also feeling very down lately because of my continuous back ache, and I was wondering if it's connected. It feels like the pain is taking over my whole life. Does counseling really help in reducing the emotional burden of physical pain?

I want to tell you that your feelings are 100% valid. I spent two years dealing with constant nerve pain and I fell into a very dark depression because I felt nobody understood my suffering. Please know that it's okay to seek professional mental help; it saved my life.