GPSY 751 - Psych Assessment & Management of Chronic Pain

2 credit(s)
Introduction to psychological methods of assessment and management of chronic pain that will examine the biopsychosocial factors that influence pain and pain behaviors. Discussion will include self-management programs and strength-based approaches to improving the day-today functioning of patients with chronic pain. Course material and evaluations will place heavy emphasis on current research and psychological methods that are not pejorative to patients with pain.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 850 PsyD only.