Chronic Pain Family Education Sheets: Daily Functioning
Getting back to normal daily activities can feel like a big challenge when you're struggling with chronic pain. This guide, written for kids and teens, breaks down both the why and how you can make that happen.
About This Resource
This is a part of our Family Education Sheets Series!
Getting back to normal daily activities is really important but can feel like a big challenge when you’re struggling with chronic pain. This guide, written for kids and teens, breaks down both the why and how. Learn why function improves before pain improves, and discover how small steps like low-impact exercise, a regular schedule, and fun activities can gradually restore energy and strength.
How To Use This Resource
PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS: Learn about why getting back to normal life activities is important for kids chronic pain and strategies for help making things easier on them and on you.
KIDS AND TEENS: Discover why it is so important for you to get back to your usual activities and how you can make it easier for that to happen. It can feel like a big challenge, but there are strategies that can really help.
PROVIDERS: Give this to your patients and families that are dealing with chronic pain so they can understand the important role improving daily functioning plays chronic pain treatment. You likely also want to check out the other education sheets in this series that provide information on school challenges, sleep, CBT therapy, and a guide other reputable chronic pain resources.
Who is this for?
This guide is for kids, teens, and parents and caregivers supporting kids and teens with chronic pain. It’s also useful for healthcare providers.
This guide is part of a collaboration between the Meg Foundation and the Society of Pediatric Psychology’s Pain Special Interest Group.
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