Abstract
We studied coping strategies, using the WCCL-R in a sample of patients with chronic low back pain. We also evaluated pain (EVA and Pain Drawing), disability (SIP) and depressive symptoms. Nonspecific chronic low back pain patients (CLBP) reported more avoidance and self-blame coping, instead of problem solving strategies. They prefer these strategies cither to cope with their back pain or with other relevant problems. These patients differ in this respect from patients with specific back pathologies, however both groups reported the same pain intensity and disability related to back symptoms. A higher number of depressive symptoms in the CLBP group was confirmed. The findings indicate the importance of coping processes in psychological interventions with chronic low back patients and suggest directions for future research
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