Written by pain-clinic psychologist Dr. David Cosio, this evidence-based guide helps chronic pain sufferers, their families, and healthcare providers understand and manage pain without relying solely on opioids. It surveys traditional medical treatments, psychological interventions, complementary and integrative approaches, and lifestyle changes—from nutrition and sleep to spirituality and coping skills. Grounded in a biopsychosocial model and the author's decade-long Pain Education School program, it aims to empower patients to become active participants in their own care. Written by a VA pain-clinic psychologist with over a decade of frontline experience treating chronic pain Offers a genuine non-opioid roadmap at the height of the opioid crisis—empowering patients to take control Uniquely combines traditional Western medicine, psychology, and Eastern/holistic practices in one accessible volume Serves three audiences at once: pain sufferers, their families, and healthcare providers Perfect for an adult living with chronic pain—or a family member or healthcare provider supporting one—who wants a complete, non-opioid-centered overview of pain treatment options they can discuss with their doctor.
