Additional workshop objectives for chronic pain interventions

- Education regarding types of pain
- Definition of the Chronic Pain Syndrome
- Etiology, pathophysiology and diagnosis of opioid dependence
- Practical ways to support patients with opiod addiction
- Understand the effects of chronic pain on the family
- Family will learn how to effectively support the chronic pain patient
- Family will learn the importance of self care, and develop their own recovery plan
- Basic principles for treatment of complex cases
- Discussion of treatment recommendations and alternative resources
- Referrals to effective pain treatment programs