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Psychosocial Issues in Cancer Pain.

Cancer pain is a complex and multidimensional experience that affects and is affected by psychological and social factors. This article reviews recent research that points to a number of key psychosocial factors associated with pain, including psychological distress, coping, and social support, as well as the impact of socioeconomic factors on barriers to pain management. We also review recent research suggesting that psychosocial interventions, including education, coping-skills training, and hypnosis, may be useful adjuncts to medical management of pain. Clinical implications and recommendations for future research are discussed.

Curr Pain Headache Rep. 2011 Mar 15. Porter LS, Keefe FJ. Duke University Medical Center, 2200 West Main Street, Suite 340, Durham, NC, 27705, USA, laura.porter@duke.edu.

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