Chronic Pain Self Management Program
The teaching process for the Chronic Pain Self-Management Program (CPSMP) makes it highly effective. Classes are highly participatory. Mutual support and success build participants’ confidence in their ability to manage their health and maintain active and fulfilling lives.
Class Format
Format
Small group workshop
Length
2-1/2 hours per session
Schedule
1 session per week for 6 weeks
Language
This class comes in two culturally adapted versions for English and Spanish
Settings
- Community settings such as churches, hospitals, senior centers and worksites
Participants
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People living with chronic pain
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10 to 20 participants per workshop
Topics and Skills Covered
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Using your mind
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Moving Easy Program (MEP)
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Managing relationships
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Goal-setting and making an action plan
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Decision-making
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Problem-solving
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Healthy eating
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Communication
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Dealing with difficult emotions
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Medication usage

