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.

Flat icon of a man with a sad expression touching his neck representing neck pain or stress.
Flat icon of a man with a sad expression touching his neck representing neck pain or stress.

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