Validity and Reliability of the Turkish Version of the 4-Item Short Form of the Pain Anxiety Symptom Scale

The primary aim of the study was to determine the reliability and validity of the Turkish version of the 4-Item Short Form of the Pain Anxiety Symptom Scale. The secondary aim of the study was to determine the level of pain-related anxiety in individuals with chronic pain.

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Between the ages of 18-65 2. Having pain 4 or more days a week 3. Having weekly pain intensity of 3 or more according to the Numeric Pain Rating Scale 4. Having chronic pain lasting at least 3 months 5. Being able to read and write and having no cognitive problems 6. Individuals who volunteer to participate in the study will be included. Exclusion Criteria: 1\. Having pain limited to headache only