Discomfort Tolerance

GLOSSARY

A relatively stable individual difference of an individual’s capacity to withstand uncomfortable physical sensations. These sensations relate to interoceptive (body) sensations that are uncomfortable, though not necessarily painful. See also distress tolerance.

Reference:

Leyro, T. M., Zvolensky, M. J., & Bernstein, A. (2010). Distress tolerance and psychopathological symptoms and disorders: A review of the empirical literature among adults. Psychological Bulletin, 136(4), 576-600. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0019712

Flat icon of a sad man in a blue shirt rubbing his neck to show muscle pain or stress.
Flat icon of a sad man in a blue shirt rubbing his neck to show muscle pain or stress.