Sally M. Duffy, Ph.D      Medical and Health Psychologist     Charlotte, NC

 

Typical Pain Management Issues Taught to Patients:

 
  • Learning and Using the Pain Cycle

  • Pacing and Modification of Activities

  • Emotion Management

  • Stress Management

  • Self-Soothing Strategies

  • Sleep Hygiene

  • Effective Communication with Family and Health Care Providers

  • Problem-Solving Strategies

  • Reprioritizing and Revaluating Activities

  • Realistic Expectations

  • Accurately Interpreting Physical Symptoms and Sensations

  • Accurate Fact-Based Thinking

  • Making Healthy Choices

  • Increasing Enjoyable Activities and Enhancing Quality of Life

 

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