Keywords

addiction, chronic pain, family history, risk reduction, substance use disorders

Authors

1. Pestka, Elizabeth L. MS, PMHCNS-BC, AGN-BC
2. Evans, Michele MS, PMHCNS-BC

Abstract

Abstract: The use of family history of substance use disorder information as part of a comprehensive assessment of chronic pain can provide important data for treatment. This case example illustrates assessment, patient education, and brief motivational interviewing with referral to appropriate resources.