Behavioral and cognitive interventions in the treatment of pain in children

This article reviews psychologic interventions in the treatment of acute pa in, using pediatric procedures as a framework. Cognitive and behavioral str ategies and packages that combine cognitive and behavioral techniques are r eviewed. For each strategy, the authors provide a description of the treatm ent procedure and goals then review empiric evidence for that treatment's e fficacy. They also provide a brief estimate of its feasibility (amount of t ime and cost). In addition, this article also describes psychologic factors that influence pain experiences in children.