Article archive / November 1, 2009
Originally published: . Volume 1, No. 3. Source pages: 10.
Dr. Kevin Bianchini, from the Jefferson Neurobehavioral Group, and Dr. Kevin Greve of the University of New Orleans will present a workshop at the prestigious Annual Conference of the National Academy of Neuropsychology. The conference will be held in New Orleans at the Sheraton, November 11- 14.
In their workshop, “Pain Psychology for Neuropsychologists,” the presenters will examine the psychological factors that impact and complicate the clinical picture of pain. Participants will learn about the epidemiology and impact of chronic pain and how psychosocial factors complicate recovery, as well as the role of financial incentives on symptoms and outcomes. Also, “The role of somatization and its variants, including pain sensitivity or pain catastrophizing will be reviewed.” Participants will be able to update their understanding of recent research and review case illustrations, as well as earn CE credits.
Chronic pain, with a lifetime incidence that may exceed 50%, and often in the context of a legally compensable event or workers compensation claim, can be important to many practicing neuropsychologists and psychologists.
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