It’s hard for kids when we experience chronic pain flare-ups. Learn how to discuss your condition with your children (without overwhelming them). CPT Tracy Beegen (Aeromedical Psychologist) and Dr. Julie Kinn (Clinical and Research Psychologist, Lead for Connected Health Technology Education) also share some of the great benefits for kids who learn how to help their parents and caregivers.

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Music is Siesta by JahzzarHiggins, K., Birnie, K., Chambers, C., Wilson, A., Caes, L., Clark, A., Lynch, M., Stinson, J., and Campbell-Yeo, M.. (2015). Offspring of Parents with Chronic Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Pain, Health, Psychological, and Family Outcomes. Pain, 156(11): 2256-2266. doi:10.1097/j.pain.0000000000000293