PATH-Pain

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Funded by the National Institute of Aging

Grant #: 1R01AG070055

This research study assesses whether a specialized program involving talk therapy is effective in improving attention and concentration, mood, and pain in older adults who suffer with cognitive difficulties, low or sad mood, and pain-related difficulties. PATH-PAIN differs from standard psychotherapy by offering a combination of emotion regulation techniques with the provision of environmental adaptation tools (notes, checklists, calendars, etc.), and the participation of a willing and available study partner. PATH-PAIN utilizes techniques to improve communication between patients and primary care providers and overcome obstacles in adherence to pain treatment. Study participants are randomized into one of two study groups: PATH-PAIN or Usual Care. PATH-PAIN focuses on the participant, the study partner, and the participant's home environment to encourage problem solving and adaptive functioning and to improve low or sad mood. 

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