Managing Your Child's Chronic Pain

Tonya M. Palermo, Ph.D., is a Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine at University of Washington School of Medicine. Dr. Palermo is an internationally recognized researcher in pediatric chronic pain and has practiced clinically within several interdisciplinary pain programs as a licensed clinical psychologist. Emily F. Law, Ph.D., is an Acting Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine at University of Washington School of Medicine. Her research focuses on the role of psychological factors in pediatric chronic pain. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and provides clinical service through the Pain Medicine Service at Seattle Children's Hospital.

Preface ; Introduction ; Chapter 1. How Pain Affects Children and Families ; Chapter 2. Getting Help and Setting Goals ; Chapter 3. Relaxation Methods for Children and Teenagers ; Chapter 4. Praise, Attention and Reward Systems ; Chapter 5. Lifestyle Factors ; Chapter 6. Sleep Interventions ; Chapter 7. School and Social Life ; Chapter 8. Coping with Pain, Stress and Other Problems ; Chapter 9. Special Topics by Age and Development Level: Issues for Young Children and Older Adolescents ; Chapter 10. Reflection, Maintenance, and Prevention ; Resources ; Appendices ; Appendix A. Instructions for Progressive Muscle Relaxation (for young children ages 5-9) ; Appendix B. Instructions for Progressive Muscle Relaxation (for older children who are over age 10) ; Appendix C. Instructions for Muscle Relaxation with Imagery ; Appendix D. Instructions for Mini-Relaxation ; Appendix E. Point System Worksheet ; Appendix F. Privilege System Worksheet ; Appendix G. Brainstorming Solutions Worksheet ; Index