The Theory of Pain Absorption and Transfer: A Multidisciplinary Content Analysis
De’Anjelo Bradley
ABSTRACT
Pain, whether physical, emotional, or psychological, behaves like energy—it can be absorbed, reflected, or transferred by individuals and systems. The Theory of Pain Absorption and Transfer introduces a thermo- dynamic model of pain, proposing that pain absorptive power determines how much pain an individual internalizes versus reflects. This theory applies scientific principles of heat absorption and transfer to pain, offering a measurable framework to quantify and manage suffering. Through an interdisciplinary literature content analysis, this paper explores the applicability of the theory across psychology, physiology, neuros- cience, social dynamics, trauma studies, and pain management. Findings suggest that pain absorption is governed by intrinsic and extrinsic properties, including biological, psychological, and environmental fac- tors, influencing resilience, trauma processing, and interpersonal pain transmission. Understanding these mechanisms can advance clinical interventions, mental health strategies, and social support systems, po- tentially leading to new therapeutic models and pain management techniques.
