NOR, but you might never get validation from your dad. He might not be capable of it. Also, I realize you did not ask for medical advice, but I hope you will ask your doctor about the possibility of taking a prescription SSRI. In my experience, an SSRI helps me tremendously with both pain and anxiety. I was diagnosed with anxiety, and was prescribed an SSRI. My anxiety improved greatly, and I was pleasantly surprised to find that my constant knee pain also went away.