Dr. Mohammed Mehaidat · PhD Psychology

Where pain meets purpose,
and the mind finds its way.

Research-grounded writing on pain psychology, athlete recovery, and emotional wellbeing — published in Arabic and English for patients, professionals, and curious minds.

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Areas of Focus

Three decades of research and clinical insight.

Writing that draws from active research, lived clinical experience, and a commitment to making psychological knowledge accessible.

Pain Psychology The psychological dimensions of chronic pain, injury recovery, and the mind-body connection.
Athlete Mental Health How injured athletes navigate identity, resilience, and the road back to performance.
Emotional Wellbeing Accessible perspectives on depression, loss of interest, and everyday psychological health.
Experience
30+
Years in Practice Clinical psychology, rehabilitation & pain research across Jordan, Saudi Arabia & Egypt
Academic
PhD
Doctorate in Psychology Specialized in pain psychology & athlete rehabilitation
Institutions
4+
Major Institutions Royal Medical Services, Red Crescent, Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Rehabilitation Center & more
Publishing
2
Languages Research and articles published in Arabic & English
About Dr. Mehaidat A career built at the intersection of mind, pain, and recovery.
"Pain is not merely a physical event. It is a story the mind tells — and with the right guidance, that story can change." — Dr. Mohammed Mehaidat

Dr. Mohammed Mehaidat is a clinical psychologist with more than three decades of experience in pain psychology, rehabilitation, and mental health. Trained in Egypt, he returned to Jordan where he began a clinical career marked by a commitment to understanding the psychological dimensions of physical suffering.

Early in his career, Dr. Mehaidat joined the Royal Medical Services at Al Hussein Medical City, one of Jordan's foremost medical institutions, where he developed his clinical practice within a multidisciplinary care environment. He later brought that expertise to humanitarian medicine through his work with the Jordan Red Crescent.

Drawn to the specialized intersection of physical rehabilitation and psychological recovery, Dr. Mehaidat spent over five years at the Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City in Saudi Arabia — a leading international rehabilitation center — where he worked with patients navigating long-term recovery from injury, illness, and chronic pain.

Today, Dr. Mehaidat continues his work in Jordan, where he writes and publishes in both Arabic and English on the psychology of pain, the mental health of injured athletes, and the broader landscape of emotional wellbeing.

Career Timeline
Egypt
Academic Training Completed doctoral studies in psychology, building a foundation in clinical and research methodology.
Jordan
Royal Medical Services — Al Hussein Medical City Clinical psychology within a leading military and national medical institution.
Jordan
Jordan Red Crescent Psychological support services within humanitarian and emergency care contexts.
KSA
Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City 5+ years specializing in pain psychology and rehabilitation at an internationally recognized center.
Now
Active Research & Publishing Writing and publishing on pain psychology, athlete mental health, and emotional wellbeing in Arabic and English.
Areas of Focus Three fields. One through-line:
the mind shapes recovery.
01 Primary Specialty Pain Psychology
Chronic pain is never purely physical. Dr. Mehaidat's work explores how psychological factors — beliefs, emotions, and past experience — shape the way pain is perceived, endured, and ultimately overcome. His research bridges clinical psychology and rehabilitation medicine.
Chronic pain & the nervous system Catastrophizing & pain perception Psychological interventions for pain Mind-body connection in recovery
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02 Clinical Focus Athlete Mental Health
Injury doesn't just affect the body — it challenges identity, confidence, and purpose. Drawing on decades of work with injured athletes, Dr. Mehaidat examines the psychological journey of rehabilitation: from the shock of injury to the complexity of return-to-sport.
Identity & sport: who am I without it? Fear of re-injury & performance anxiety Resilience & mental recovery timelines The psychology of return to play
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03 General Wellbeing Emotional Wellbeing
Beyond clinical specialties, Dr. Mehaidat writes accessibly on depression, loss of interest, emotional exhaustion, and the quieter struggles of everyday psychological health — in both Arabic and English, for patients and families who need clarity, not jargon.
Understanding depression & low mood Loss of interest & anhedonia When to seek psychological help Supporting a loved one in distress
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A Note from the Author Dr. Mohammed
Mehaidat
"Pain is not the enemy. It is a signal — one that the mind can learn to hear, interpret, and ultimately answer." — Dr. Mohammed Mehaidat, PhD
From the Blog Research made readable.
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Editor's Pick Pain Psychology · 8 min read Why Chronic Pain Is as Much a Psychological Experience as a Physical One Most people think of pain as a purely physical signal — a warning from the body. But decades of research in pain psychology show that how we think, feel, and interpret pain shapes the experience itself. This article explores the neuroscience of chronic pain and what it means for treatment. Read article →
Athlete Mental Health 6 min read The Identity Crisis No One Talks About: When Athletes Get Injured For many athletes, sport is not just what they do — it is who they are. When injury strikes, the loss goes far beyond the physical. Dr. Mehaidat examines the psychological stages of athletic injury and the path toward a resilient recovery. Read article → Pain Psychology 6 min read Pain Catastrophizing: How Negative Thoughts Can Amplify Physical Pain Catastrophizing — the tendency to expect the worst from pain — is one of the strongest psychological predictors of chronic pain severity. But it is also one of the most treatable. This article breaks down what happens in the brain and what interventions can help. Read article →
Emotional Wellbeing 5 min read When Nothing Feels Enjoyable: Understanding Loss of Interest and Anhedonia Losing interest in things you once loved is one of the most misunderstood symptoms of depression. It is not laziness or ingratitude — it is a neurological shift. This article explains what anhedonia is, why it happens, and what can help. Read article → Athlete Mental Health 7 min read Are You Psychologically Ready to Return to Sport? A Framework for Athletes and Coaches Physical clearance after injury is necessary — but not sufficient. Athletes who return without psychological readiness face higher re-injury rates. Here is what readiness actually looks like. Read article →
Who This Is For Whether you are suffering, recovering,
or trying to understand — you are welcome here.
◎ People Living with Chronic Pain
If you have been told your pain is unexplained, exaggerated, or simply something to live with — this writing is for you. Understanding the psychology of pain is not a replacement for medical care. It is a missing piece of it.
Why pain persists after healing How thoughts and emotions affect pain What psychological treatment involves How to talk to your doctor about it
◎ Injured Athletes & Their Support Teams
Coaches, physiotherapists, and family members often see the emotional toll of injury without knowing how to address it. This writing offers frameworks for understanding — and language for the conversations that matter.
Recognising psychological distress in athletes Supporting recovery without adding pressure Return-to-sport readiness beyond the physical When to refer to a psychologist
◎ Anyone Navigating Emotional Difficulty
You do not need a diagnosis to benefit from psychological understanding. If you have been feeling low, disengaged, or simply not yourself — and you want clarity without clinical jargon — this is a place to start.
Understanding depression and low mood When worry becomes something more How to support someone you love Taking the first step toward help
Get in Touch Questions, collaborations,
or simply a place to start. Whether you are a patient seeking to understand your experience, a professional interested in collaboration, or a journalist or institution looking to connect — Dr. Mehaidat welcomes thoughtful correspondence.

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Based in Amman, Jordan
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Areas of Enquiry Pain psychology, athlete rehabilitation, research collaboration, media & speaking
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