E = Emotions
- Fear of increased pain from activity or work.
- Depression (especially long term low mood) and a loss of a sense of enjoyment.
- Increased irritability.
- Anxiety and heightened awareness of bodily sensations. This includes sympathetic nervous system arousal.
- Feeling under stress and unable to maintain a sense of control.
- Presence of social anxiety or disinterest in social activity.
- Feeling useless and not needed.