How memory shapes childhood pain and what parents can do about it

Children can form memories of pain from as early as birth and, once formed, these memories can play a powerful role in shaping future pain and health care experiences.In this month’s episode of the Pain Waves podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Melanie Noel, an Associate Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Calgary. She talks to us about her latest research on children’s memories of pain and how she is teaching parents to talk to their kids differently about pain in order to foster more positive memories. She also shares what’s next for her research on children’s pain and how her recent appointment as the first-ever Killam Memorial Emerging Leader Chair will enable her to take her research and work to new heights.Learn more about Melanie's recent appointment and work here: https://news.ucalgary.ca/news/ucalgary-clinical-psychologist-melanie-noel-emerges-leader-field-pediatric-pain