Chronic Pain Module 3: Treating Pain with Mindfulness and Other Effective Approaches
Available through Feb 1, 2024 Closed Allied Health Medicine Mental Health Nursing
Description
AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY!
In this module we will focus on the effective use of mindfulness tools to help people manage their pain and improve their quality of life. We'll talk about what mindfulness is and will provide robust supporting evidence of the usefulness of these interventions. Learners will develop skills in visualization, imagery, breathing, grounding, and other techniques that their clients can use to better manage their persistent pain. Additional tools such as increasing activity level, pleasant activity scheduling, sleep hygiene, and stress management will round out the learning that participants will experience.
It is suggested that you take Chronic Pain Module 1: Foundations of Pain Treatment prior to taking this module, but it is not required.
Approximate time to complete the course: One Hour
Learner content includes: PowerPoint, Optional Reading Resources and Posttest
Participants will have 45 days from the date of their registration to complete this course. After that date, course materials will no longer be accessible.
MAHEC engages in evaluation activities to better understand the impact of our programs. By registering for this course, you agree that we may use your personal information in evaluative research regarding this program. Any reports published will be de-identified and reported in aggregate format.
Target Audience
Behavioral health and substance abuse professionals including psychologists, social workers, licensed clinical mental health counselors, substance abuse counselors, marriage and family therapists, peer support specialists, physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, occupational therapists & assistants, physical therapists & assistants, and others interested in this topic.
Objectives
- List benefits of using mindfulness for chronic pain
- Build competence in teaching these skills to their clients who live with pain
Faculty
- Martha H. Teater, MA, LMFT, LCAS, LPC
