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The Journal of Behavioral Health Services & Research, 2012
In patients with HIV/AIDS, chronic pain is common and analgesics pose serious risks. Cognitivebeh... more In patients with HIV/AIDS, chronic pain is common and analgesics pose serious risks. Cognitivebehavioral therapies (CBT) provide an alternative. This study evaluated feasibility and impact of a CBT-based pain management program in three public primary care clinics for HIV patients. The program included a workbook and 12-weeks of group CBT sessions. HIV-positive patients with chronic moderate to severe pain were invited to participate in the program and were assessed at enrollment, 6, 12, and 24 weeks. Despite only moderate group attendance, program enrollment was associated with significant improvements in pain intensity, pain-related functioning, anxiety and acceptance, and
The Journal of Behavioral Health Services & Research, 2012
In patients with HIV/AIDS, chronic pain is common and analgesics pose serious risks. Cognitivebeh... more In patients with HIV/AIDS, chronic pain is common and analgesics pose serious risks. Cognitivebehavioral therapies (CBT) provide an alternative. This study evaluated feasibility and impact of a CBT-based pain management program in three public primary care clinics for HIV patients. The program included a workbook and 12-weeks of group CBT sessions. HIV-positive patients with chronic moderate to severe pain were invited to participate in the program and were assessed at enrollment, 6, 12, and 24 weeks. Despite only moderate group attendance, program enrollment was associated with significant improvements in pain intensity, pain-related functioning, anxiety and acceptance, and