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Psychotherapy in pain management: New viewpoints and treatment targets based on a brain theory
- Source :
- AIMS Neuroscience, Vol 7, Iss 3, Pp 194-207 (2020)
- Publication Year :
- 2020
- Publisher :
- AIMS Press, 2020.
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Abstract
- The current paper provides an explanation of neurophysiological pain processing based the Dimensional Systems Model (DSM), a theory of higher cortical functions in which the cortical column is considered the binary digit for all cortical functions. Within the discussion, novel views on the roles of the basal ganglia, cerebellum, and cingulate cortex are presented. Additionally, an applied Clinical Biopsychological Model (CBM) based on the DSM will be discussed as related to psychological treatment with chronic pain patients. Three specific areas that have not been adequately addressed in the psychological treatment of chronic pain patients will be discussed based on the CBM. The treatment approaches have been effectively used in a clinical setting. Conclusions focus on a call for researchers and clinicians to fully evaluate the value of both the DSM and CBM.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 23737972
- Volume :
- 7
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Directory of Open Access Journals
- Journal :
- AIMS Neuroscience
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- edsdoj.51d48d61aaea4a6eb7a30847a16ce53c
- Document Type :
- article
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.3934/Neuroscience.2020013?viewType=HTML