Pain Self-Efficacy Questionnaire (PSEQ)

Pain Self-Efficacy Questionnaire, PSEQ developed to assess the confidence of people with persistent pain in performing various activities while in pain. The PSEQ applies to all manifestations of persistent pain. It examines self-efficacy across a range of functions, including household chores, communication, work, and the ability to manage pain without medication.

Please rate how confident you are that you can do the following things at present, despite the pain.
(Not at all Confident - 0 points, Completely Confident - 6 points)

Test

1. I can enjoy things, despite the pain.

1

2. I can do most of the household chores (e.g. tidying-up, washing dishes, etc.), despite the pain.

1

3. I can socialise with my friends or family members as often as I used to do, despite the pain.

1

4. I can cope with my pain in most situations.

1

5. I can do some form of work, despite the pain. ('work' includes housework, paid and unpaid work).

1

6. I can still do many of the things I enjoy doing, such as hobbies or leisure activity, despite pain.

1

7. I can cope with my pain without medication.

1

8. I can still accomplish most of my goals in life, despite the pain.

1

9. I can live a normal lifestyle, despite the pain.

1

10. I can gradually become more active, despite the pain.

1

Result:
1. Total score: points

Interpretation

Total score (range: 0-60 points): high scores indicate greater levels of confidence in dealing with pain.