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5 Ways Pain Affects the LGBTQIA+ Community

Pain isn’t just physical—it’s deeply shaped by who we are, how we see ourselves, and how the world treats us. For LGBTQIA+ individuals, understanding and addressing pain means recognizing the powerful role of identity, community, and inclusive, affirming care.

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Should I Call A Doctor? Podcast: More than play

Child life specialist rockstar Jamie Gentille answers common questions about how she helps young patients navigate the emotional and psychological challenges of medical care.

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Why the World Needs the Society for Pediatric Pain Medicine

An interview with Dr. Rita Agarwal, Clinical Professor of Anesthesiology at Stanford and founding member of SPPM

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Helping Kids Cope? Yeah, It’s Kinda Our Thing

Child Life Specialists are the undercover superheroes of pediatric healthcare—and when they team up with the Meg Foundation? Let’s just say pain, fear, and anxiety don’t stand a chance.

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Chronic Pain Is On The Rise—Here’s What You Can Do About It Now

Earlier this week, The Washington Post featured a startling stat in their Big Number series: nearly 1 in 4 adults in the U.S. experienced chronic pain last year. And that is up from 20.4% in 2019! Let that sink in.

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Nine reasons why pain management is a big deal

Even though we all live with it, we still get asked—usually by someone who isn’t currently in pain—‘Is it really that big a deal?’ As a pain nonprofit, we can say with complete confidence: Heck yes, it is!

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How Pain Affects Autistic People and What We Can do to Help

Danielle Hall from the Autism Society sheds light on the unique ways autistic individuals experience and communicate pain. Her insights help us understand why recognizing their discomfort can be challenging—and how we can better support them. Let’s dive into her guidance on providing more compassionate care.

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Jewish Orthodox Women’s Medical Association Podcast: Hurt, Not Harm, Preventing Pain and Trauma with Dr. Jody

Join Dr. Jody Thomas as she dives into the future of pain management, where psychology, proactive strategies, and virtual reality are transforming how we support kids through tough moments. From busting myths to sharing real patient success stories, this episode is packed with insights for anyone looking to prevent pain and trauma.

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The ChildKind Resource Library

Discover a wealth of tools and resources in ChildKind’s library to help healthcare professionals and parents manage pediatric pain effectively

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Health Experience Matters Podcast: Enhancing the Patient Experience by Choosing Our Words Wisely

Discover how simple shifts in language can transform medical experiences for kids and families. Tune in as Dr. Jody shares practical tips to reduce anxiety and empower patients through the power of words.

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The Child Psych Podcast: Helping Kids Overcome a Fear of Needles and Health Procedures

Discover how to help your kids manage pain and anxiety with practical coping strategies from Dr. Jody, starting with their first healthcare experiences.

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