Disorders involving the body-mind relationship, also known as psychosomatic disorders, emphasizes the importance of understanding your mind's "central organizing principles," your sense of self, how it has developed over time, and how you relate to yourself and others. Often, psychosomatic disorders arise from disturbances in the development of a cohesive sense of self.

You may have difficulty regulating your self-esteem and maintaining a stable sense of self. You may experience disruptions in your relationships with others, leading to a sense of emptiness, isolation, and inadequacy. In an effort to cope with these feelings, people can develop physical symptoms, such as pain or other bodily sensations.

Often, psychosomatic disorders can be understood as attempts to restore a sense of wholeness and cohesion to the self. The physical symptoms serve as a way of communicating your emotional distress and need for attention and care. In some cases, psychosomatic symptoms may also serve to protect you from overwhelming emotional pain or trauma.

Treatment for pain involves helping the you cope with the pain and develop a more stable sense of self. This may involve exploring and addressing underlying emotional conflicts and traumatic experiences, as well as providing support and validation for your emotional needs. Through this process, you can learn to regulate their emotions more effectively and reduce the impact of physical pain in your life.